The US Should Not Pursue a Manhattan Project for AGI
Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, Scale AI CEO Alexandr Wang, and Center for AI Safety Director Dan Hendrycks argue that the U.S. should not pursue a Manhattan Project-style push to develop AI systems with “superhuman” intelligence, also known as AGI. The paper asserts that an aggressive bid by the U.S. to exclusively control superintelligent AI systems could prompt fierce retaliation from China, potentially in the form of a cyberattack, which could destabilize international relations. Schmidt and his co-authors propose a measured approach to developing AGI that prioritizes defensive strategies.
- By cautioning against the development of superintelligent AI, Schmidt et al. raise essential questions about the long-term consequences of unchecked technological advancement and the need for more nuanced policy frameworks.
- What role should international cooperation play in regulating the development of advanced AI systems, particularly when countries with differing interests are involved?