@ai_and_law · Post #332 · 06/17/2024, 07:04 AM
Research Group Demands Global Shutdown of Foundation Model Development The Machine Intelligence Research Institute (MIRI) calls for a global halt on the development of foundation models, fearing they could "destroy humanity" without proper safeguards. Foundation models, capable of a broad range of applications, may evolve to be smarter than humans. MIRI urges a complete shutdown of attempts to build any system smarter than a human. This extends beyond the previous calls by tech leaders like Elon Musk and Steve Wozniak, who sought a pause on models more powerful than OpenAI’s GPT-4. MIRI stresses the need for urgent and sweeping legislation, including an "off switch" for AI systems to prevent malevolent behaviors. The group emphasizes the importance of addressing AI existential risks seriously and ensuring safe AI development in the future. #AI#ArtificialIntelligence#AIEthics#FoundationModels#MIRI