Why don't AI labs stop if it's so dangerous?
peterwildeford · x · 2026-08-25
Addressing the question "If it's so dangerous why don't they all just stop?", Peter Wildeford notes that the answer varies significantly by person. While often used as a 'gotcha' to question sincerity, the reality involves diverse perceptions of risk, responsibility, and personal motivation among participants.
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