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Anthony Aguirre

Executive Director of the Future of Life Institute, focusing on mitigating risks from powerful technologies.

Top 5 podcasts with Anthony Aguirre

Ranked by the Snipd community
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Feb 9, 2025 • 23min

38.7 - Anthony Aguirre on the Future of Life Institute

Anthony Aguirre, Executive Director of the Future of Life Institute and UC Santa Cruz professor, dives deep into AI safety and governance. He shares insights on the potential of the AI pause initiative and the importance of licensing advanced AI technologies. Aguirre also discusses how Metaculus influences critical decision-making and the evolution of the Future of Life Institute into an advocacy powerhouse. Explore his thoughts on organizing impactful workshops and supporting innovative projects for a sustainable future.
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Mar 20, 2025 • 2h 59min

IM 811: Flippin' the Bird - Anthony Aguirre, AI Safety, Hollywood vs. AI

Anthony Aguirre, co-founder of the Future of Life Institute, delves into the pressing issues of AI safety and bias in technology. He discusses NIST's new focus on ideological bias over safety topics and the urgency of responsible governance amid rapid advancements. Aguirre also examines the existential risks of superintelligent AI and its societal implications, including the significant impact on creative industries and copyright laws. His insights reveal the intricate balance between innovation and ethical considerations in the evolving tech landscape.
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Mar 13, 2025 • 1h 21min

Keep the Future Human (with Anthony Aguirre)

In a thought-provoking discussion, Anthony Aguirre, Executive Director of the Future of Life Institute, shares insights on the urgent need for responsible AI development. He emphasizes the rapid approach toward artificial general intelligence (AGI) and its potential to overshadow human roles. The conversation highlights the challenges of regulatory frameworks and the necessity for international cooperation to mitigate risks. Aguirre advocates for a balanced approach, exploring Tool AI instead of AGI, while stressing the significance of aligning AI with human values to ensure a beneficial future.
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May 9, 2024 • 55min

LinkedIn's Reid Live from the Bloomberg Tech Summit

Reid Hoffman discusses AI at Bloomberg Tech Summit. Aileen Lee talks about venture capital investing. Monique Woodward looks at AI's impact on work. Anthony Aguirre addresses AI risks businesses face.
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Jun 14, 2023 • 27min

Did the Universe Have a Beginning?

Experts like Andreas Albrecht, Anthony Aguirre, and Rodney Holder discuss if the universe had a beginning. They cover topics like Big Bang cosmology, inflation theory, God as the creator, and modern physics theories challenging traditional views.