We have reached a peculiar moment in intellectual life: a growing consensus about catastrophe, and a shrinking agreement about its cause.
It is now commonplace, in certain circles, to speak of the end of humanity with the same composure once reserved for interest rates or municipal bonds. Panels are convened, papers are published, and the tone—always the tone—suggests not hysteria but inevitabili...
The article raises concerns about the shift from prudent precaution to presumptive fatalism in discussions about artificial superintelligence. This shift may be a result of the growing consensus about the potential catastrophic consequences, leading to a form of secularized end-times discourse. The author cautions against this, advocating for a more balanced and rigorous approach to understanding the risks and benefits of artificial superintelligence.
The author emphasizes the need for clear, ev...