Morning Brew Daily Musk's AI Warning, Bernie Sanders grills Starbucks & Metaverse is meh?
Mar 30, 2023
Elon Musk and fellow tech leaders are raising alarms about AI's rapid development, urging a pause to assess potential dangers. Meanwhile, Bernie Sanders clashes with the Starbucks CEO over labor rights amid unionization efforts. The metaverse sees major players like Disney and Microsoft stepping back, reflecting skepticism in the tech world. Plus, the discussion touches on the lavish lifestyles of billionaires and the unexpected success of certain food companies, sparking intriguing debates over spending and market trends.
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Trivia Night Loss
- Neal and Toby played trivia and tied for first, ultimately losing the tiebreaker.
- The question was the establishment year of the New York Philharmonic.
AI Development Pause
- Tech leaders like Elon Musk and Steve Wozniak signed a letter calling for a pause on advanced AI development.
- They warn of potential dangers from unpredictable "black box" models.
A Historical Document
- This letter is a historic document, similar to one written in 2014 about AI.
- It raises the question of whether technological advancements can be slowed down.