Scott Alexander's reply to Pinker's AI risk article hailed as a tour de force
NathanpmYoung · x · 2026-10-07
After Steven Pinker published an article pushing back on AI risk concerns, Scott Alexander (Astral Codex Ten) wrote a lengthy rebuttal that observers are calling a tour de force.
Commentators highlighted the memorable line "It's not going to be Uncle Fluffy," saying expectations were high for Scott's response and that he did not disappoint. A notable exchange in the ongoing AI safety debate.
Related event: Scott Alexander's Open Letter to Steven Pinker Ignites AI Risk Debate(10 posts)→
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