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AI Now Institute: AI doomerism narrative benefits big business, lacks science

The AI Now Institute argues that the concept of AI doomerism, which predicts catastrophic outcomes from advanced AI, is not scientifically grounded but rather a narrative that benefits large AI corporations. According to Boyan Milanov, a Senior Research Scientist at the institute, these doomerist claims are akin to science fiction and lack scientific verifiability. Milanov suggests that major AI companies like Anthropic and OpenAI leverage this narrative to position themselves as the sole entities capable of developing AI responsibly, advocating for self-regulation rather than independent oversight. AI

IMPACT Challenges the narrative of existential risk from AI, suggesting it serves corporate interests and hinders public oversight.

RANK_REASON Opinion piece from a research institute critiquing the narrative and business practices of major AI labs.

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AI Now Institute: AI doomerism narrative benefits big business, lacks science

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  1. AI Now Institute TIER_1 English(EN) · AI Now Institute ·

    How the bad science of AI doomerism is good for big business

    <p>AI Now's Senior Research Scientist, Boyan Milanov, points out how AI doomerism isn't based on any scientific work and that calls for regulation from within the industry are, in reality, attempts by AI companies to set their own standards.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://ainow…