The future of AI: risks, hopes, fears, and policies

We've been here before, of course: AI doom follows AI hype.

SUBSCRIBE & SAVE 50% Weekend Reads Technology in Perspective 11.25.23 | AI: How it could all go wrong We've been here before, of course: AI doom follows AI hype. But this time feels different. The Overton window has shifted in discussions around AI risks and policy. What was once an extreme view is now a mainstream talking point, grabbing not only headlines but the attention of world leaders. Plus, for a limited time only, subscribe and save 50% for full access to MIT Technology Review's essential technology news, expert insights, and emerging trends. Exclusive: Ilya Sutskever, OpenAI's chief scientist, on his hopes and fears for the future of AI "It's going to be monumental, earth-shattering. There will be a before and an after." Geoffrey Hinton tells us why he's now scared of the tech he helped build "I have suddenly switched my views on whether these things are going to be more intelligent than us." OpenAI's hunger for data is coming back to bite it The company's AI services may be breaking data protection laws, and there is no resolution in sight. Bill Gates isn't too scared about AI "The best reason to believe that we can manage the risks is that we have done it before." 2023 Innovator of the Year: As AI models are released into the wild, Sharon Li wants to ensure they're safe Li's research could prevent AI models from failing catastrophically when they encounter unfamiliar scenarios. Andrew Ng: How to be an innovator Tips for aspiring innovators on trying, failing, and the future of AI. Joy Buolamwini: "We're giving AI companies a free pass" The pioneering AI researcher and activist shares her personal journey in a new book, and explains her concerns about today's AI systems. How existential risk became the biggest meme in AI The number of high-profile names that have now made public pronouncements or signed open letters warning of the catastrophic dangers of artificial intelligence is striking. How judges, not politicians, could dictate America's AI rules With politicians struggling to curb AI harms, it's boom time for tech lawyers. The open-source AI boom is built on Big Tech's handouts. How long will it last? Greater access to the code behind generative models is fueling innovation. But if top companies get spooked, they could close up shop. 🔥 CYBER WEEK DEAL: SAVE 50% Our biggest sale of the year is happening now! For a limited time, save 50% on an annual subscription to MIT Technology Review and gain access to expert insight that you can't get anywhere else. Don't miss out, claim this offer now! SUBSCRIBE & SAVE 50% Was this newsletter forwarded to you, and you'd like to see more? Sign up today → View in browser | This email was sent to manojdole1.InformationTech@blogger.com. Manage your preferences | Unsubscribe | Terms of Service | Privacy Policy MIT Technology Review · 196 Broadway, 3rd fl, · Cambridge, MA 02139 · USA Copyright © 2023 MIT Technology Review, All rights reserved. Opt out of all promotional emails and newsletters from MIT Technology Review