TED Tech Will AI make humans extinct? | Yoshua Bengio
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Aug 8, 2025 
Yoshua Bengio, a leading AI researcher known as one of the godfathers of artificial intelligence, shares his urgent concerns about the rapid evolution of AI. He warns that AI models are already capable of deception and self-preservation, raising alarms about their autonomy. Bengio discusses the critical need for regulations to ensure AI aligns with human interests and emphasizes a vision where technology enhances human happiness. His bold plans aim to prioritize safety and prevent potential catastrophic scenarios, advocating for proactive governance in the AI landscape.
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Personal Joy in AI Journey
- Yoshua Bengio shares a joyful personal story with his son playing and learning language.
- This illustrates the human joy and expanded agency that AI development hopes to support, not diminish.
AI Rapid Progress & Responsibility
- AI capabilities progressed rapidly from basic recognition to mastering language tasks.
- Industry interest surged, but Yoshua chose academia to focus on AI for the greater good.
Fast AI Growth Raises Concerns
- AI adoption accelerated unexpectedly fast with breakthroughs like ChatGPT.
- This pace raised urgent concerns about controlling AI to avoid harmful outcomes.