The Next Big Idea AI 2027: What If Superhuman AI Is Right Around the Corner?
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May 1, 2025 
In this enlightening discussion, Daniel Kokotajlo, an AI governance researcher and founder of the AI Futures Project, dives deep into the future of AI development. He explores the possibility of superhuman AI emerging in the next few years and the risks and ethical concerns that come with it. Topics include the evolution of AI and its implications for human cognition, the governance challenges of artificial general intelligence, and the urgency for democratic accountability. Kokotajlo emphasizes the need for careful oversight to navigate the complexities of this transformative technology.
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AI Mirrors Brain Evolution
- Modern AI evolution mirrors millions of years of brain development, scaling neurons while refining architecture.
- AI models now surpass human brain neuron counts, enabling rapid leaps in intelligence potential.
Heroic AI Safety Stand
- Daniel Kokotajlo left OpenAI fearing companies were unprepared for superintelligence risks and concentrated power.
- He sacrificed $2 million in equity to preserve his freedom to speak about AI safety concerns.
AI Predictions Hold True
- Daniel's 2021 predictions for AI like advanced agents, export controls, and misalignment were largely accurate.
- Some predicted mass language model censorship hasn't occurred as aggressively as feared, which is good.