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Tech sector accused of exploiting 'Rampancy' for AI push

The technology sector is accused of exploiting the concept of "Rampancy" to push generative AI into society. The author questions whether proponents like Sam Altman and Elon Musk genuinely believe their AI systems are or will become superintelligent. It is suggested that their primary motivation is personal comfort, power, and a lavish lifestyle, rather than a true belief in explosive AI capabilities. AI

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IMPACT Questions the genuine beliefs and motivations of AI proponents, suggesting personal gain over technological advancement.

RANK_REASON The item is an opinion piece questioning the motivations behind the push for generative AI.

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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 · [email protected] ·

    The # technology sector has been exploiting the notion of Rampancy. Whether or not any of the folks most directly in charge of the current initiative to force "

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