London Futurists The shocking problem of superintelligence, with Connor Leahy
Oct 25, 2023
Guest Connor Leahy, German-American AI researcher and entrepreneur, discusses the balance between excitement and concerns surrounding new technologies, the potential outcomes of superintelligence, and the challenge of controlling an entity that is much smarter than humans. The importance of addressing AGI as a problem for its beneficial impact is emphasized, along with the need for regulations, safety measures, and raising awareness to address the challenges of artificial intelligence.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Excitement and Concerns of New Technologies
02:59 • 5min
Capabilities of GPT-4 and Shorter-Term AI Risks
08:22 • 7min
The Potential Outcomes of Superintelligence and the Burden of Proof
15:48 • 2min
Competition for Resources and the Importance of Control in the Face of Super Intelligence
17:49 • 5min
The Challenge of Controlling Superintelligence
22:48 • 21min