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As AI continues its relentless march forward, the potential for misuse grows exponentially. Just as the development of nuclear technology harbored dual-use risks during the Cold War, so too does AI find itself in a precarious position where its advancements could lead to catastrophic consequences, especially if in the hands of malevolent actors. The authors emphasize that implications of AI are not merely hypothetical; history is replete with cases where scientific dismissals led to groundbreaking advancements overnight.