Alignment :: A short film about artificial intelligence

This podcast episode delves into the evolution of intelligence and the ensuing challenges as we approach the potential dawn of Artificial Super Intelligence (ASI). It highlights the crucial alignment problem—how ASI can synchronize with human values—and examines a speculative future in 2045 marked by rapid technological growth and its implications on power dynamics. By considering brain-computer interfaces as a means to enhance human intelligence, the discussion underlines the necessity for human advancement to maintain control amidst the rise of superintelligence, while also cautioning against the social divides it may create. Ultimately, the episode leaves listeners grappling with the uncertainty of AI's trajectory, underscoring both its transformative potential and the existential risks it entails.