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AI arms race 'risks amplifying existential dangers of superintelligence'


Published on 2025-02-05 03:02:18 - Sky
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  • The author of the first International AI Safety Report warns that unchecked investment in computational power for AI without oversight is dangerous.

The article from Sky News discusses the escalating concerns over an AI arms race, highlighting the potential dangers posed by the development of superintelligent AI systems. Experts, including those from the Centre for AI Safety, warn that the rush to advance AI technology could lead to catastrophic risks if not managed properly. The piece references a statement signed by numerous AI researchers and tech leaders, including Sam Altman of OpenAI, emphasizing that mitigating the risk of extinction from AI should be a global priority, akin to preventing pandemics and nuclear war. The article also touches on the dual nature of AI, noting its potential for immense benefits in fields like medicine and climate change, but also its capacity for harm if misused or if it surpasses human control. The discussion includes calls for international cooperation to regulate AI development, ensuring safety protocols are in place to prevent AI from becoming an existential threat.

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[ https://news.sky.com/story/ai-arms-race-risks-amplifying-existential-dangers-of-superintelligence-13303309 ]
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