Author goes to DC to back a superintelligence ban, publishes essay on why
erikphoel · x · 2026-09-16
erikphoel published an essay arguing for banning superintelligence, describing the present as a moment when "the veil is thin and many futures are possible," and announced he is in Washington DC supporting the ban effort. zetalyrae amplified the piece. It lays out an affirmative case for legislatively prohibiting superintelligence development — a notable artifact from the AI-risk policy camp.
Related event: Writer Erik Hoel Goes to Washington to Push Superintelligence Ban(3 posts)→
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