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Anthropic encourages broader academic research and experimentation in AI safety, with hopes to stimulate a richer dialogue within the community. They believe that combining insights from various sectors, including industry, academia, and civil society, will lead to a more coherent understanding of AI governance and safety.
Building a Diverse Technical Workforce
Diversity in backgrounds and perspectives is a priority for Anthropic’s hiring practices. They actively seek out talent beyond just traditional machine learning specialists, broadening the potential for innovation through interdisciplinary collaboration. Daniella pointed out that individuals with varied technical experiences discover unique solutions to safety challenges.