Altman also emphasized the need for robust governance systems before AGI becomes a reality, stating that no single person should have total control over the technology. He cited OpenAI as an example of poor governance practices, referring to his abrupt ouster and reinstatement to the company last year. Despite potential challenges, Altman is not worried about AGI being powerful enough to subvert human control, but acknowledges that OpenAI will have to work hard to ensure this.
Key takeaways:
- Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, suggests that Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) could potentially be ready by the end of the decade or even within 5 years.
- Altman believes that AGI will be advanced enough to significantly accelerate scientific progress, but will not be able to answer highly complex questions such as the existence of alien life.
- He emphasizes that no single person should have total control over AGI and robust governance systems are necessary before it becomes a reality.
- Altman is not worried about AGI being powerful enough to subvert human control, but acknowledges that OpenAI will have to work hard to ensure this.