800-plus leading figures in AI and tech banded together to call for a pause on the development of what is called “superintelligence.” Theoretically (and probably true), it is an AI model that WILL be able to out-think humans not just scientifically, but psychologically. Part of the coalition includes Apple cofounder Steve Wozniak and former U.S. National Security Advisor Susan Rice.
The key statement was signed off on by over 16,220 AI and tech professionals. The core statement is, “We call for a prohibition on the development of superintelligence, not lifted before there is broad scientific consensus that it will be done safely and controllably, and strong public buy-in.”
A group of prominent figures, including artificial intelligence and technology experts, has called for an end to efforts to create ‘superintelligence’ — a form of AI that would surpass human intellect.
More than 800 people, including Apple cofounder Steve Wozniak and former U.S. National Security Advisor Susan Rice, signed a statement published Wednesday calling for a pause on the development of superintelligence.
In a statement published Wednesday, with over 800 signatories, including prominent AI figures and the biggest names in AI, ranging from Apple cofounder Steve Wozniak to former National Security Advisor Susan Rice, called for a pause on the development of superintelligence.
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