Dev likens AI safety movement to a crime-free Lex Luthor
NathanpmYoung · x · 2026-09-24
Developer Nathan Young criticizes the AI safety movement for trying to stop a generally useful technology out of fear it could rule over humanity, comparing it to "Lex Luthor if he didn't do crimes." The post captures a common skeptic view of precautionary safety advocacy.
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