The obsolescence regime is a potential endpoint for AI system reliance by humans in economic and military contexts
In such a world, military strategy advisors and technology inventors must rely on AI to remain competitive
AI has become integral to professional success and power in this world, similar to computers today
Refusing to use AI would result in decreased power and competitiveness in the obsolescence regime.
The U.S. surgeon general, Dr. Vivek Murthy, says social media poses a “profound risk of harm” to young people. Why do some in the tech industry disagree?
Then, Ajeya Cotra, an A.I. researcher, on how A.I. could lead to a doomsday scenario.
Plus: Pass the hat. Kevin and Casey play a game they call HatGPT.
On today’s episode:
Ajeya Cotra is a senior research analyst at Open Philanthropy
Additional reading:
The surgeon general issued an advisory about the risks of social media for young people.
Ajeya Cotra has researched the existential risks that A.I. poses unless countermeasures are taken.