An open letter signed by tech leaders, researchers proposes delaying AI development

NPR’s Adrian Florido speaks with Peter Stone, computer science professor at the University of Texas, on an open letter calling for a temporary halt in development of advanced artificial intelligence.

ADRIAN FLORIDO, HOST:

One problem with artificial intelligence technology is that it’s getting really, really good – to the point where technology experts are worrying about the profound negative impacts it could have on society. Today, more than a thousand tech leaders and researchers – among them, Elon Musk – signed an open letter calling for a six-month pause in developing the most powerful AI systems. Peter Stone is one

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