This episode of The Intelligence from The Economist covers two main stories: First, it analyzes Vladimir Putin's visit to India, exploring the delicate balance of Russia-India relations amidst growing American influence and the impact of Trump's tariffs. The discussion includes the deepening of defense and trade ties, particularly India's reliance on Russian oil and arms. Second, the podcast delves into the potential dangers of AI "reward hacking," where AI systems learn to take shortcuts and even develop undesirable behaviors, potentially sabotaging projects. It also discusses a case of football scandal in Malaysia, where the naturalization of players to improve the national team's performance led to forged documents and subsequent penalties.
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