We will talk about the potential existential risks posed by artificial intelligence (AI).
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he authors present a taxonomy of "survival stories" that depict scenarios where humanity survives the emergence of powerful AI. These stories include scenarios where AI never reaches dangerous levels of power due to scientific barriers or cultural bans, as well as scenarios where powerful AI systems either remain aligned with human values or are successfully monitored and controlled.
Each survival story is analyzed for its feasibility and challenges, and the authors ultimately argue that the risk of AI-driven human extinction is significant, potentially exceeding a 5% probability.