Creator of AI: We Have 2 Years Before Everything Changes! These Jobs Won't Exist in 24 Months!

In this episode of The Diary of a CEO, Steven Bartlett interviews Professor Yoshua Bengio, one of the "godfathers of AI," about the potential catastrophic risks of artificial intelligence. Bengio expresses his concerns about the rapid advancement of AI, particularly after the emergence of ChatGPT, which led him to realize the potential dangers to humanity and democracy. He discusses the "precautionary principle," emphasizing the need to avoid experiments that could lead to catastrophic outcomes, even with a small probability. The conversation explores the geopolitical and corporate incentives driving AI development, the potential for job displacement, and the importance of public awareness and policy to mitigate risks. Bengio shares his personal turning point, driven by concerns for his children's future, and his creation of Law Zero, a nonprofit focused on developing safer AI training methods. He advocates for international cooperation, government regulation, and a shift in public opinion to address the ethical and existential challenges posed by AI.