Tom Davidson discusses ‘Will AI R&D Automation cause a Software Intelligence Explosion?’, co-authored with Daniel Eth. To see all our published research, visit forethought.org/research.

Will MacAskill, co-author of ‘Preparing for the Intelligence Explosion’ and AI safety expert, dives into the thrilling world of artificial general intelligence. He discusses the rapid advancements in AI and potential challenges for humanity as technology outpaces decision-making processes. The conversation touches on the societal implications of an intelligence explosion, including geopolitical tensions and existential risks. MacAskill also explores ethical considerations for AI governance and the impact of these technologies on our future, including in space exploration.

Rose Hadshar discusses ‘Intelsat as a Model for International AGI Governance’, co-authored with Will MacAskill. To see all our published research, visit forethought.org/research.

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