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Lately, it seems that almost every day brings news of personal information being leaked due to cyberattacks.
And apparently, this is merely the tip of the iceberg.
It is a worrying situation.
Even more alarming, however, is a warning issued by young AI researchers: the exponential evolution of AI could lead to the emergence of AGI (Artificial General Intelligence)—a system beyond human control—which might even result in the extinction of humanity within a few years.
They suggest that the only way to prevent this is to either halt AI research entirely or, at the very least, slow it down.
One researcher even remarked that the current situation is reminiscent of the period just before the COVID-19 pandemic began.
It is said that, when faced with "superintelligence," even the most brilliant human minds would be rendered effectively useless.
The sense of urgency felt by these AI researchers is profound.
Just when it seemed we had arrived at a more convenient world, we have instead found ourselves in a terrifying one.
According to them, the best thing an individual can do is to help raise broader public awareness about this issue.
