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Despite some optimism, Tegmark confronted the harsh reality that AGI is not presently controllable. Citing AI experts, he emphasized that the smarter a system becomes, the greater the control risk becomes. He noted that fear of AGI should not stem from its malevolence but from its sheer capability to fulfill its goals—goals that could diverge dramatically from human interests.
An Ethical and Societal Responsibility
Tegmark highlighted the ethical dimension of AI development, expressing concerns about a small minority promoting AGI as a means to evolve humanity into something different. He positioned himself firmly as an advocate for human survival and flourishing, emphasizing the need for society to stand against an uncontrollable future shaped by machines.