OpenAI CEO calls for AI pacing as Trump insists he's not downplaying risk

OpenAI Chief Executive Officer Sam Altman on Sunday added his support to the idea of “pacing” AI development, so that cutting-edge models don’t outrun the ability of humans to maintain control.

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Sep 11Only right-leaning coverage:Sam Altman's OpenAI Claims to Consider Slowing AI Development as Safety Concerns Mount
Sep 14OpenAI CEO calls for AI pacing as Trump insists he's not downplaying risk

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ABC NewsLean Left· 15d ago

OpenAI CEO calls for AI pacing as Trump insists he's not downplaying risk

QuartzLean Left· 15d ago

Sam Altman warned AI's rapid advance risks losing human control or concentrating power

BloombergLean Left· 15d ago

OpenAI’s Altman Voices Support for ‘Pacing’ AI Development

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