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Transitioning into the core of the interview, Yampolsky presents his compelling argument that controlling a superintelligent AI indefinitely may be impossible. He defines superintelligence as a system surpassing human capabilities in science and engineering.
Yampolsky emphasizes the intrinsic risk associated with self-improving systems, cautioning that mistakes in AI could lead to catastrophic outcomes. When discussing AI and cybersecurity, he stresses that security protocols must be foundational to any attempt at AI safety. Without robust security, even a seemingly benign AI could be compromised by malicious actors, leading to unforeseen and uncontrollable consequences.