Eric Schmidt proposes AI Failures Mutual Agreement for countries
The Dangers of Artificial General Intelligence
Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt and Scale AI founder Alexandr Wang warn against the creation of an Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) program, as it could lead to a global arms race. They suggest focusing on methods like cyberattacks to mitigate AI risks.
The Arms Race in AI
Schmidt and Wang are concerned about governments viewing AI as a defense frontier, potentially sparking a dangerous arms race. Despite their concerns, they are involved in building AI products for the defense sector.
The Role of AI in Modern Warfare
Companies like Anduril are exploring AI in warfare, advocating for AI-powered drones as a safer option. However, ethical concerns arise from the increasing reliance on AI in military decisions, highlighting the need for human oversight.
