The Scouts

A decade ago, the leading minds in AI gathered to make sure this technology would benefit everyone. Today, those hopes are colliding with the reality of an AI arms race. Today, game theorist Liv Boeree and philosopher William MacAskill lay out what they see as the “narrow path” between a future of limitless potential and one of irreversible loss.

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Today: The case for uniting the world behind the project of building an AGI that doesn’t lead to our demise.

In Episode 7, game theorist, professional poker player, and science educator Liv Boeree, along with philosopher and co-founder of the Effective Altruism movement William MacAskill, make the case for the position of the AI Scout. They believe wholeheartedly in the possibilities of an abundant and peaceful future – but they worry that unless humanity comes together to prepare, we may find ourselves in a disastrous situation.

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The Scouts

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