Nick Clegg plays down fears ‘godlike’ AI could exterminate humanity
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Former deputy PM now involved in tech industry says many within sector are ‘winding themselves up into a lather’ UK politics live – latest updates Nick Clegg has dismissed fears over AI’s “godlike power to exterminate humanity”, calling it a sign that tech bosses are “breathing their own fumes”. The
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Caption: Clegg says AI fears are overblown, but his calm demeanor contrasts with the alarmed expressions of his colleagues.
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Based on the original story on theguardian.com.
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Nick Clegg's reassurance on AI's threat highlights the complex and often exaggerated concerns in the tech industry, suggesting that perhaps a bit of perspective is needed to avoid unnecessary panic.
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Panel 1
INT. COFFEE SHOP - DAY Alex, a friendly inventor, is brewing his latest tech creation next to Sam, a pragmatic investor. Robin, a wild-haired chaos catalyst, enters and sits down at a nearby table.
Robin: Hey guys, just heard Clegg’s interview. He’s basically saying AI’s so advanced, it’s like they’re playing God.
Sam: And now he’s dismissing it as overhyped fear-mongering.
Alex: Yeah, I don’t know, Sam. Clegg’s still got a lot of influence. Maybe he’s right about this AI thing.
Panel 2
INT. COFFEE SHOP - DAY The trio laughs, Alex and Sam jokingly agreeing to consider Clegg’s take.
Robin: Well, if Clegg’s got a point, I guess we’d better get used to a world where we’re constantly babysitting a baby.
Alex: Like, if we’re not careful, we’re just going to have to start calling them ‘godlings’.
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INT. COFFEE SHOP - DAY Alex starts to write something on his notepad, as Robin leans in.
Robin: So, Alex. What’s your godling project this time?
Alex: Oh, you know, just making sure these godlings don’t start exterminating everyone.
Sam: Just kidding, Alex. It’s probably more like making sure these godlings don’t cause a few accidental explosions or natural disasters.
Robin: Yeah, but maybe that’s what we need. Just a little bit of chaos to keep us grounded.
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