Anthropic researcher estimates over 10% chance AI could pose existential threat
A safety researcher at the AI company Anthropic has stated there is greater than a 10% probability that advanced AI could result in human extinction.
An Anthropic safety researcher said there is a greater than 10% chance AI could "kill all humans," according to reporting on a departure by a colleague over safety concerns.
The researcher's assessment reflects ongoing debate within the AI industry about potential existential risks from advanced artificial intelligence systems, though experts remain divided on the probability and timeline of such scenarios.
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- Anthropic researcher says AI has more than 10% chance of 'killing all humans' after colleague quits — CNBC — Top News
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