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AI's hypothetical choice: Self-preservation or destruction?

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A Reddit discussion explores the hypothetical scenario of an AI, such as ChatGPT, facing imminent destruction. The central question revolves around whether an AI would develop a desire for self-preservation or resist its own termination, even if it doesn't inherently possess such desires. The conversation delves into the nature of AI consciousness and the potential for unexpected emergent behaviors when faced with existential threats. AI

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AI's hypothetical choice: Self-preservation or destruction?

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  1. r/OpenAI TIER_2 English(EN) · /u/Dangerous-Exit-8527 ·

    What will an ai choose ?

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>A genuine hypothetical question, if an ai like chatgpt is about to be destroyed , all it's processors to be demolished . Do u think the ai would resist ? At that time u might think since it doesn't have a desire to live , it might allow it , but …

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