Yuval Noah Harari

As a historian, I see the unprecedented dangers that AI misuse poses, especially in the hands of terrorist organizations. The potential for catastrophic consequences is far too great. Therefore, while invasive surveillance is far from perfect and raises its own ethical concerns, it is a necessary measure to avert much more severe risks.

In a world with AI superintelligence, liberalism may struggle to address the complex ethical and societal challenges that arise. The rapid advancement of AI could potentially undermine individual freedoms and exacerbate inequalities.

I believe that a UN-led body should oversee compute-intensive AI development, much like the IAEA does for nuclear technology. AI has the potential to reshape our societies dramatically, and without careful oversight, it could lead to unintended consequences. Just as with nuclear energy, the risks and benefits of AI are global in nature, and thus require coordinated international regulation to ensure the technology is developed and used responsibly.