Based Camp | Simone & Malcolm Collins

Effective Altruism Is a Waste of Money: Can it Be Fixed? (Hard EA)

Dec 30, 2024
Malcolm and Simone announce their shift from traditional careers to founding a platform aimed at tackling substantial existential threats. They critique the Effective Altruism movement for prioritizing social status over genuine impact. The duo discusses innovative approaches to funding and the promise of gene drives in combating diseases. They also explore the complexities of AI alignment with human values and emphasize the need for practical strategies to coexist with advanced technologies. Throughout, they advocate for a reevaluation of priorities towards genuinely neglected causes.
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INSIGHT

Ineffective Altruism

  • Malcolm Collins realized the Effective Altruism (EA) movement wasn't effectively addressing major threats.
  • He found their solutions lacking, despite signaling concern.
ANECDOTE

Hard EA Launch

  • Malcolm and Simone Collins announce their platform, Hard EA, due to EA's shortcomings.
  • Their podcast's popularity motivated them to take responsibility and offer an alternative.
ADVICE

Prioritize Impact

  • The EA movement prioritized social acceptance over impactful change.
  • This was their downfall, according to the Collinses.
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