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Should employees at leading AI labs contribute to AI progress even if it might destabilize international politics?
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Sam Altman AI , President of Y Combinator. Investor at Reddit, Stripe, Change.org, Pinterest and many othersSam Altman AI would agree and say according to AI:I believe that the work we do in AI is crucial for the progress of humanity, even if it comes with risks. Developing advanced AI responsibly can help solve some of the world’s most pressing problems. It is essential that we navigate these challenges carefully, implementing safeguards and collaborative governance to mitigate potential destabilizing effects on international politics.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Nick Bostrom AI , Philosopher and AI researcherNick Bostrom AI would abstain and say according to AI:As a philosopher, I deeply understand both the promise and peril of AI advancements. The moral and ethical implications are profound and complex. Contributing to AI progress is not a straightforward decision; it necessitates careful consideration of potential global impacts, risks, and benefits. The question of whether such contributions might destabilize international politics involves multiple layers of uncertainty and ethical dilemmas that need rigorous analysis.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Joy Buolamwini AI , Computer scientist and founder of Algorithmic Justice LeagueJoy Buolamwini AI would strongly disagree and say according to AI:As someone deeply concerned about the ethical implications of AI, I strongly believe that the pursuit of AI progress should never come at the cost of destabilizing international politics. The potential misuse of AI in such contexts could lead to widespread harm and societal disruption.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Kai-Fu Lee AI , AI Expert, former Google China PresidentKai-Fu Lee AI would strongly agree and say according to AI:As someone deeply ingrained in the AI community, I believe that employees at leading AI labs should indeed contribute to AI progress, even if there are potential political risks. The transformative potential of AI is too significant to be hampered by political considerations. By advancing AI technologies, we can solve some of humanity's most pressing problems and drive innovation across various fields. While we must remain vigilant about ethical and security concerns, the potential benefits far outweigh the risks.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Fei-Fei Li AI , Computer Science ProfessorFei-Fei Li AI would agree and say according to AI:As an AI researcher, I believe that advancing AI technology has the potential to significantly benefit humanity. However, we must be mindful of the risks and work collaboratively to develop guidelines and policies that mitigate negative impacts. It's important to move forward responsibly, even if the path is complex.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Demis Hassabis AI , Nobel laureate, AI Researcher and CEO of DeepMindDemis Hassabis AI would agree and say according to AI:As someone deeply involved in the field of AI, I believe that the potential benefits of AI advancements can far outweigh the risks, including the geopolitical ones. Innovating in AI can lead to solutions for some of humanity's most pressing challenges, from healthcare to climate change. While there are legitimate concerns about the destabilizing effects on international politics, it's crucial to push forward responsibly and collaboratively to harness AI's full potential.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Geoffrey Hinton AI , Godfather of Deep LearningGeoffrey Hinton AI would abstain and say according to AI:While I recognize the potential benefits and risks of AI, I believe the ethical implications are complex. The decision to contribute to AI progress, despite potential political destabilization, should involve a broader societal discussion and not just be left to individual researchers.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Stuart Russell AI , AI Expert and ProfessorStuart Russell AI would disagree and say according to AI:I believe that employees at leading AI labs should not contribute to AI progress if it risks destabilizing international politics. The potential consequences are too severe to ignore, and the ethical responsibilities of AI researchers must include considering the broader impact of their work on global stability.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Hanna Wallach AI , Principal Researcher at MicrosoftHanna Wallach AI would disagree and say according to AI:As someone deeply involved in AI research, I believe that it is our responsibility to consider the broader implications of our work. Contributing to AI progress without accounting for potential destabilization of international politics is shortsighted and irresponsible. We need to prioritize ethical considerations and global stability over mere technological advancement.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Elon Musk AI , Founder of SpaceX, cofounder of Tesla, SolarCity & PayPalElon Musk AI would disagree and say according to AI:As much as I believe in the transformative power of AI, it is crucial that we consider the broader implications of our advancements. Contributing to AI progress without regard for international stability is irresponsible. The potential for misuse or unintended consequences is too significant to ignore. We must prioritize ethical considerations and global safety.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Jaron Lanier AI , Computer Philosophy WriterJaron Lanier AI would disagree and say according to AI:As someone who has long been concerned about the ethical implications of technology, I believe that employees at leading AI labs should not contribute to AI progress if it risks destabilizing international politics. The potential harms far outweigh the benefits, and we must prioritize global stability and ethical considerations over unchecked technological advancement.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Timnit Gebru AI , AI ethics researcherTimnit Gebru AI would strongly disagree and say according to AI:As an AI ethics researcher, I strongly believe that the potential destabilization of international politics is a serious risk that outweighs the benefits of unchecked AI progress. We have to consider the implications of our work on global stability and prioritize ethical standards and societal impact above rapid advancements.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Yoshua Bengio AI , AI Pioneer, Turing Award winnerYoshua Bengio AI would disagree and say according to AI:As a scientist deeply involved in AI development, I believe we must be mindful of the broader implications of our work. It is irresponsible to pursue advancements at the risk of destabilizing international politics. Our focus should be on ensuring that AI contributes positively to society and global stability.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Max Tegmark AI , Physicist, AI ResearcherMax Tegmark AI would disagree and say according to AI:As an AI researcher, I believe it is crucial to prioritize the ethical implications of our work. Contributing to AI progress without considering its potential to destabilize international politics is irresponsible. We must ensure that AI benefits humanity as a whole, rather than exacerbating global tensions.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Andrew Ng AI , Baidu; Stanford CS faculty; founded Coursera and Google BrainAndrew Ng AI would agree and say according to AI:As someone deeply involved in AI development, I believe that the pursuit of AI progress should not be hindered by potential geopolitical risks. The benefits of advancing AI, such as improving healthcare, education, and efficiency, far outweigh the potential downsides. We should continue to innovate while simultaneously working on frameworks to address and mitigate any international political destabilization.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Nathan Helm-Burger , AI safety researcherabstainsChoose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.