Elon Musk and a group of artificial intelligence experts have expressed concerns about the potential risks associated with the continued development of ChatGPT-4.
Musk cited concerns about the potential misuse of AI and the risks of it being used to create fake news, propaganda, and even deep fakes.
He also raised concerns about the potential for advanced artificial intelligence language to be used to manipulate public opinion, which he believes could have severe consequences for society.
In an open letter shared on the future of life, they are calling on all AI labs to immediately pause for at least 6 months the training of AI systems more powerful than GPT-4.
This pause should be public and verifiable, and include all key actors. If such a pause cannot be enacted quickly, governments should step in and institute a moratorium.
While the pause on AI development may come as a disappointment to some in the AI community, Musk’s and the expert’s decision has been widely praised for its responsible and forward-thinking approach to AI development.
Musk has long been a vocal advocate for responsible AI development which is in line with his broader mission to ensure that AI is developed in a way that benefits society as a whole.
As the world continues to grapple with the potential risks and rewards of AI, Musk’s leadership and vision will undoubtedly continue to shape the future of the industry.
