Erik Hoel heads to DC to back a ban on superintelligence, publishes essay on why
erikphoel · x · 2026-09-15
Writer Erik Hoel announced he is in Washington DC supporting a proposed ban on superintelligence, publishing an essay laying out his case. He frames this as one of those moments when "the veil is thin and many futures are possible" — a notable voice in the growing debate over legislating against superintelligence development.
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