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Episode Synopsis
The battle over superintelligence is heating up, and not everyone agrees on how to handle it. While some are calling for a 20-year halt on its development to avoid an existential threat, others see that as an impossible goal in a world dominated by geopolitical competition. Frank thinks there’s a chance for global cooperation, but Justin argues it’s pure fantasy with China and the U.S. leading the charge—and Europe tying its hands with heavy AI regulations.As OpenAI pulls in record-breaking funding, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Meanwhile, AI proves its practical value, from helping doctors diagnose patients better than their peers to protecting journalists in dangerous political climates. The takeaway? AI isn’t just about superintelligence fears; it’s already changing the game for real-world problems.→ Concerns about superintelligence and the push for a 20-year development halt→ Europe’s AI regulations and why they may doom its chances in the global race→ OpenAI’s $6.6 billion funding round and its role in shaping the future of AI→ Security flaws in ChatGPT: bypassing Excel passwords and AI memory exploits→ AI outperforming doctors in diagnoses but will we trust it?→ Venezuelan journalists using AI avatars to avoid persecution
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