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AI Now Institute and former Anthropic researcher warn of AI's opaque development and potential risks

AI Now Institute's co-executive director Sarah Myers West and former Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon have raised concerns about the opacity of AI development. Coxon warned that AI could pose an existential threat by the end of the decade, while West discussed the responsibilities of AI companies and the need for political understanding of the technology with Forbes' Maggie McGrath. AI

IMPACT Highlights concerns about AI development opacity and potential existential risks, emphasizing the need for greater corporate responsibility and political awareness.

RANK_REASON The cluster discusses concerns and opinions about AI development from researchers and an institute, rather than a new release or product.

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AI Now Institute and former Anthropic researcher warn of AI's opaque development and potential risks

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