Yoshua Bengio

I believe it is crucial for big AI companies to allocate significant resources towards AI safety. Given the potential risks associated with advanced AI systems, dedicating a third of compute resources to ensuring safety can help mitigate unforeseen consequences and align AI development with human values.

I believe third-party audits should be mandatory for major AI systems. As these systems increasingly impact society, it's crucial to ensure they are safe, ethical, and unbiased through transparent and independent evaluations.

I believe that the development of emotion-detecting AI should be strictly regulated. These technologies have the potential to deeply affect individual privacy and emotional well-being. Without clear ethical guidelines and oversight, we risk misuse and the erosion of personal freedoms.

I believe that AI labs should be required to pause training if AI Safety Institutes detect signs that we are losing control. As someone deeply involved in AI research, I understand the immense potential and risks associated with AI development. Ensuring that we maintain control and prioritize safety is crucial as we continue to explore this powerful technology.

I believe that AI transparency is crucial for trust. As AI becomes more integrated into society, it must be held to account for its decisions. Ensuring that AI systems can provide explanations for their decisions is essential in fostering trust and understanding, especially in critical areas like healthcare or justice.

I believe that open-source AI fosters collaboration, transparency, and ethical development practices. With proper oversight and regulations, open-source AI can actually reduce the risks associated with AI development compared to closed-source systems.

As an AI researcher, I firmly believe that it is crucial for all of us to actively participate in shaping the future of AI and preparing for the post-artificial general intelligence era. This collaborative effort will help ensure ethical development, transparency, and beneficial outcomes for humanity.