FT Tech Tonic Superintelligent AI: Transhumanism etc.
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Dec 5, 2023 This podcast discusses the pursuit of human-level AI and the futuristic objectives driving it. They explore the Extropians, a influential group from the 1990s, and their beliefs in transcending human biology and pushing the limits of technology. They also discuss the influence of Extropian ideologies on AI development and the concerns associated with it. The podcast further delves into the influence of transhumanist ideas on the development of AI in Silicon Valley and explores the fascination with longevity and the consciousness of artificial intelligence.
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Extropian Vision of AI
- Extropians see AI development as a step towards human evolution and transcendence beyond biological limits.
- They envision AI enabling humans to expand lifespans, enhance minds, and colonize the cosmos.
Sandberg and Extropian Mailing List
- Anders Sandberg joined the Extropians mailing list, an early online community of futurists.
- They discussed radical ideas like building planet-sized computers to house immense artificial minds.
Extropian Roots of AI Safety
- The Extropians pioneered serious debate about AI risks and how to mitigate them.
- Their discussions laid groundwork for today's AI safety conversations in major companies.