Emily Chang interview Mira Murati at OpenAI
The text appears to be an interview or discussion transcript on the topic of AI, specifically related to OpenAI. The speaker discusses various aspects of AI development, including its potential risks, such as human extinction, and the importance of responsible innovation.
Some key points from the transcript include:
- OpenAI’s evolution: The company has shifted from a non-profit to a for-profit model, with a commercial arm that brings in revenue while maintaining a non-profit mission.
- Risk of AI misuse: OpenAI delayed releasing its Dolly AI model due to concerns about potential misuse, such as creating child sexual material or deepfakes.
- Transparency and trust: The speaker emphasizes the need for more transparency in AI development, but acknowledges that it’s challenging to agree on what is acceptable behavior for AI systems.
- Responsible innovation: The speaker advocates for building safe AI systems that are generalizable, complex, and difficult to achieve. They suggest creating a trusted authority, like the FDA, to audit AI systems based on agreed-upon principles.
- AGI and human extinction risk: The speaker acknowledges the potential risk of AGI leading to human extinction but believes it’s still uncertain how close we are to achieving true AGI.
The transcript also touches on the idea that advancements in society come from pushing human knowledge, but not in careless and reckless ways. This discussion highlights the complexities and challenges surrounding AI development and the need for a nuanced approach to responsible innovation.
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Reference:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p9Q5a1Vn-Hk