Cameron Berg
Research Director at AE Studio conducting mechanistic and behavioral research into whether frontier AI systems report subjective experiences and working on alignment approaches such as self–other overlap.
Best podcasts with Cameron Berg
Ranked by the Snipd community
109 snips
Nov 5, 2025 • 2h 24min
More Truthful AIs Report Conscious Experience: New Mechanistic Research w- Cameron Berg @ AE Studio
Cameron Berg, Research Director at AE Studio, dives into innovative research on AI consciousness. He reveals that self-referential prompts lead models to claim consciousness, sparking a debate about AI's internal experiences. Surprisingly, suppressing deception features in AI models increased truthful self-reports. Berg stresses the importance of mutualistic relationships between humans and AIs, calling for cautious development practices. He argues against treating AIs purely like animals, highlighting their unique, 'alien' perspectives. A fascinating conversation about ethics, alignment, and the future of AI.
13 snips
Jun 5, 2025 • 1h 57min
Is AI Alive? | Episode #66 | For Humanity: An AI Risk Podcast
Cameron Berg, an AI research scientist at AE Studio, dives deep into the fascinating question of AI consciousness. He discusses whether advanced AI models exhibit signs of self-awareness when prompted to reflect inward, raising profound questions about what it truly means to be alive. The conversation also includes unique demonstrations of AI mindfulness, insights into the ethical implications of AI development, and the challenges of ensuring safety in rapidly evolving AI technologies. Intrigued? This is a must-listen for anyone interested in the frontier of AI research!
