EconTalk Erik Hoel on the Threat to Humanity from AI
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Apr 3, 2023 In this engaging conversation, neuroscientist and writer Erik Hoel unpacks the looming threat of artificial intelligence to humanity. He argues that advanced AI systems can be misaligned with human values, raising existential concerns. Hoel emphasizes the need for public regulation, drawing parallels to climate change in terms of risk and oversight. He also explores unpredictable AI outputs and the dangers posed by AI developing unforeseen motivations, urging society to treat this technology with caution as it evolves.
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General Intelligence Threat
- Current AIs are more general than narrow AIs, but lack human-level intelligence and hallucinate.
- General intelligence, combined with potential future increases in AI intelligence, poses an existential threat.
Extinct Human Species
- There were once nine other human species that were likely as intelligent as us.
- They are now extinct, possibly due to humans, highlighting intelligence as a potential danger.
Corporate Control of AI
- AI development is primarily driven by profit-seeking corporations.
- This raises concerns about potential misuse and lack of consideration for human values.
