Call for ban on synthetic amino acid sequences is another example -- AI industry governance parallels pre-pandemic virology and the results will be similar too
An opinion piece draws parallels between the AI industry's self-governance model and pre-pandemic virology, particularly concerning gain-of-function research. The author argues that AI companies' calls for bans on synthetic amino acid sequences are "safety theater" designed to distract from systemic issues. The piece predicts that, similar to the pandemic response, leaks will occur and industry elites will deflect blame onto critics while continuing their work. AI
IMPACT Raises questions about the effectiveness of self-regulation in AI safety, suggesting a need for external oversight.