In Episode #38 TRAILER, host John Sherman talks with Maxime Fournes, Founder, Pause AI France. With the third AI “Safety” Summit coming up in Paris in February 2025, we examine France’s role in AI safety, revealing France to be among the very worst when it comes to taking AI risk seriously. How deep is madman Yan Lecun’s influence in French society and government? And would France even join an international treaty?

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TIMESTAMPS

Trust in AI Awareness in France (00:00:00)Discussion on France being uninformed about AI risks compared to other countries with AI labs.

International Treaty Concerns (00:00:46)Speculation on France's reluctance to sign an international AI safety treaty.

Personal Reflections on AI Risks (00:00:57)Speaker reflects on the dilemma of believing in AI risks and choosing between action or enjoyment.

Underestimating Impact (00:01:13)The tendency of people to underestimate their potential impact on global issues.

Researching AI Risks (00:01:50)Speaker shares their journey of researching AI risks and finding weak counterarguments.

Critique of Counterarguments (00:02:23)Discussion on the absurdity of opposing views on AI risks and societal implications.

Existential Dread and Rationality (00:02:42)Connection between existential fear and irrationality in discussions about AI safety.

Shift in AI Safety Focus (00:03:17)Concerns about the diminishing focus on AI safety in upcoming summits.

Quality of AI Strategy Report (00:04:11)Criticism of a recent French AI strategy report and plans to respond critically.

Optimism about AI Awareness (00:05:04)Belief that understanding among key individuals can resolve AI safety issues.

Power Dynamics in AI Decision-Making (00:05:38)Discussion on the disproportionate influence of a small group on global AI decisions.

Cultural Perception of Impact (00:06:01)Reflection on societal beliefs that inhibit individual agency in effecting change.