OpenAI, the organization behind the popular AI chatbot ChatGPT, has announced the formation of a team dedicated to managing the risks associated with superintelligent AI systems. In a blog post on July 5, OpenAI expressed its belief that superintelligence could be the most impactful technology ever invented by humanity, but also acknowledged the potential dangers it poses. The nonprofit plans to allocate 20% of its secure computing power to the effort and aims to develop a "human-level" self-aligning researcher to guide and control AI systems that surpass human intelligence.
Ilya Sutskever, OpenAI's chief scientist, and Jan Leike, the head of research laboratory coordination, have been named co-leads for this initiative. The organization is actively recruiting machine learning researchers and engineers to join the team. OpenAI's announcement aligns with global discussions on regulating AI technology. The European Union (EU) has made significant progress in AI regulation, with the EU Artificial Intelligence Bill requiring disclosure of AI-generated content among other measures. However, the bill is still subject to further discussion before implementation , raising concerns Among AI developers about its potential impact on innovation.
In the United States, lawmakers have introduced the National Council on Artificial Intelligence Act, aiming to establish a body responsible for determining the country's approach to AI. US regulators have also expressed their desire to regulate the technology. Senator Michael Bennet recently sent a letter to major tech companies, including OpenAI, urging them to label AI-generated content. OpenAI's CEO, Sam Altman, has engaged in discussions with EU regulators to address concerns about potential over-regulation and its consequences for innovation. As governments worldwide consider measures to control The development, deployment, and use of AI systems, OpenAI's initiative reflects a proactive approach to addressing the risks associated with superintelligent AI.
