Why get excited for the singularity if alignment is unsolved? Reddit debates
ImproveOurWorld · reddit · 2026-11-13
A Reddit user asks: since AI alignment hasn't seen real progress, why are people excited about the singularity? Wouldn't it imply a high probability of doom or human extinction? The thread invites the community's hopes and views on alignment prospects — a classic AGI-risk and alignment discussion.
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