OpenAI researcher says AI may need a coordinated slowdown, even an indefinite ban
j_asminewang · x · 2026-07-29
- The quoted OpenAI staffer argues that model releases are coming so fast that risks from misuse and misalignment will keep rising.
- He says current mitigation efforts may not keep pace, and international competitive pressure could shrink the margin for error.
- His conclusion is that the world may soon need a coordinated slowdown, or even an indefinite ban on AI development, and that building the infrastructure for such action is prudent.
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