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Tech Leaders and Celebrities Unite in Call for Superintelligent AI Moratorium

An unlikely coalition of technology pioneers, business leaders, and public figures has called for a prohibition on superintelligent AI development. The statement warns of potential human extinction risks and demands scientific consensus before proceeding. Critics argue the concerns may be premature while supporters insist safety measures are essential.

Unprecedented Coalition Demands AI Development Pause

An extraordinary alliance of technology pioneers, business leaders, and prominent public figures has joined forces to call for a ban on developing artificial intelligence systems that could surpass human intelligence, according to reports from the Future of Life Institute. The diverse coalition includes Prince Harry, former Trump strategist Steve Bannon, musician will.i.am, and Apple cofounder Steve Wozniak, representing an unusually broad spectrum of political and professional backgrounds united by shared concerns about advanced AI risks.

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AI Pioneer Geoffrey Hinton Warns US Losing AI Edge to China Due to University Funding Cuts

The “Godfather of AI” Geoffrey Hinton warns that political pressure on universities and reduced basic research funding could cost the United States its artificial intelligence advantage over China. Hinton’s appearance on Jon Stewart’s show highlighted how sustained investment in fundamental science drives AI innovation.

Geoffrey Hinton, widely regarded as the Godfather of AI, has issued a stark warning that the United States risks losing its artificial intelligence advantage to China due to political pressure and potential funding cuts to research universities. During a recent appearance on Jon Stewart’s “The Weekly Show,” the AI pioneer emphasized that sustained investment in basic research has been crucial to American technological leadership.

The Threat to America’s AI Leadership