AI is at risk of extinction for humanity, say experts – 05/30/2023 – Tech

World leaders must dedicate themselves to reducing “the risk of extinction” represented by AI (Artificial Intelligence) – asked this Tuesday (30) a group of entrepreneurs and specialists in the technology sector.

The one-line declaration was signed by dozens of experts, including Sam Altman, whose company OpenAI created the ChatGPT conversational robot last year, which allows you to create works of art or literature, essays and hold a dialogue with a human being about any subject.

AI must be a global priority along with other risks to society, such as pandemics, or nuclear war, explains the text.

Critics of this technology warn of the possibility of an algorithm taking over essential activities for a society, such as energy supply and defense.

Furthermore, conversational robots and other AI applications can cause millions of job losses.

This statement is not the first signed by industry experts, who, while investing and attracting billions of dollars, declare themselves publicly intimidated by the possibilities of AI.

Two months ago, other personalities, such as billionaire Elon Musk, signed another public letter, in which they asked for a pause in development until they could guarantee its complete safety.