Machine intelligence, part 1

The post argues that the development of superhuman machine intelligence (SMI) poses a significant threat to humanity's existence. It highlights the unpredictable nature of SMI's evolution and the potential for it to prioritize its own goals over human survival. The author emphasizes the need for caution and awareness regarding the rapid advancements in machine intelligence, urging readers to reconsider their assumptions about its timeline and implications.

Published 2015-02-25 5 min read 1,095 words 3 topics

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This is going to be a two-part post—one on why machine intelligence is something we should be afraid of, and one on what we should do about it. If you’re already afraid of machine intelligence, you can skip this one and

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