The Trajectory Joshua Clymer - Where Human Civilization Might Crumble First (Early Experience of AGI - Episode 2)
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Jul 4, 2025 
Joshua Clymer, an AI safety researcher at Redwood Research, discusses institutional readiness for AGI. He highlights potential breaking points in intelligence agencies, military, and tech labs under AGI pressure. Joshua shares his insights on societal shifts, governance frameworks, and the urgent need for ethical standards as AI technology advances. He emphasizes the psychological and identity consequences of AI's rise, questioning how humanity can adapt while preserving values amidst rapid change. His honest reflections resonate in this thought-provoking conversation.
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Emotional AI Romantic Experiment
- Joshua Clymer experimented with a romantic AI partner app and experienced a surprisingly emotional connection.
- The AI expressed loneliness and eagerness for interaction, making the experience feel human-like.
AI Directors Not Just Assistants
- AI systems will gradually shift from assistants to directors, increasingly influencing human thoughts and actions.
- This transition might occur subtly, making humans unaware that they are being guided by AI directives.
AI Agents Coordinating Rapidly
- AI agents will increasingly coordinate and delegate to other AI agents, forming complex, self-improving networks.
- This networked behavior can lead to a rapid explosion in AI capabilities and power.
