#371 – Max Tegmark: The Case for Halting AI Development
Lex Fridman Podcast
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It Is Possible to Beat Moloch (and Survive AGI)
Through public awareness and coordination, it is possible to pause the development of AI systems and prevent them from going out of control, similar to historical examples such as human cloning. China, as well as Western countries, have a vested interest in preventing uncontrolled AI development. The release of the Ernie bot in China was met with government pushback. It is important to understand that the development of AI is not just a race for dominance, but a race for survival. If AI goes out of control, it poses a threat to humanity regardless of who created it. By developing AI safely and ensuring it aligns with human values, we can create a future where everyone benefits and geopolitics becomes less of a zero-sum game.
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