Tsvi Benson-Tilsen

In a thought-provoking debate, Tsvi Benson-Tilsen, an ex-MIRI researcher and founder of the Berkeley Genomics Project, argues that AGI is much further away than commonly believed. He emphasizes the limitations of current AI, pointing out tasks it struggles with, like generating novel scientific ideas. The conversation also explores the need for clear benchmarks in predicting AI progress and debates whether advances could trigger an AI winter. Tsvi proposes germline engineering as a solution for enhancing human intelligence to tackle future challenges.

Tsvi Benson-Tilsen, a former MIRI researcher and co-founder of the Berkeley Genomics Project, advocates for engineering smarter humans as a solution to AI alignment challenges. He discusses the alarming P(doom) estimates and the urgent need to slow AGI development. Delving into human germline engineering, Tsvi shares insights on chromosome selection and its potential to enhance intelligence significantly. He also debates societal stigma around AGI research and outlines an ambitious timeline for creating genetically enhanced humans to tackle the impending AI risks.