AI researchers warn that superintelligence is extremely dangerous for humanity
Former OpenAI and Google DeepMind employees are sounding the alarm, stating that the risk of human extinction from AI is significant.
A new series of interviews conducted by the non-profit Palisade Research features insights from current and former AI researchers at leading companies such as OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic.
Geoffrey Irving, a former employee of both OpenAI and Google DeepMind, stated in a recent interview that the chance of human extinction is roughly akin to a coin flip. Such stark warnings highlight the growing anxiety within the research community.
These candid remarks from industry insiders emphasize that the safety implications of advanced artificial intelligence are far more critical than previously acknowledged by the general public.
For the global tech ecosystem, including emerging tech hubs in Central Asia, these discussions serve as an important reminder of the balance between rapid technological innovation and long-term existential safety.
