Sam Altman: The AI Visionary We Should Fear?

Is Sam Altman the benevolent tech leader we need, or a master manipulator steering us towards AI dystopia?

Gary Marcus delves into the enigmatic persona of Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, juxtaposing his public image as an altruistic AI pioneer with behind-the-scenes maneuvers that suggest otherwise.

Altman’s charm and optimism dazzled the US Senate, painting him as a champion of AI regulation. However, Marcus reveals Altman’s indirect financial stakes in OpenAI and his company's efforts to water down AI regulations.

Despite Altman's assurances, OpenAI’s aggressive tactics, environmental impacts, and questionable safety practices raise red flags. Marcus argues that the unchecked power of AI companies like OpenAI threatens global stability and emphasizes the urgent need for stringent regulation and international cooperation.

I agree with Marcus and I do not trust Sam Altman. He might say all the right things, but as his move to turn OpenAI in a for-profit company, his intentions are not clear at all. We should be careful with one person obtaining so much power, so let's not put all our eggs into the OpenAI basket.

How can we trust AI's future to those who prioritize profit over safety?

Read the full article on The Guardian.

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