Daniel Holtz

Daniel Holz, a University of Chicago professor and founder of the Existential Risk Laboratory, discusses the alarming update of the Doomsday Clock now set at 89 seconds to midnight. He explores the intertwined threats of nuclear war and AI in military applications, emphasizing their potential to propel humanity toward catastrophe. Holz shares historical insights about the clock and encourages public engagement and awareness to combat these pressing risks, while highlighting hopeful past successes in averting disaster.