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Couple donates 81% of income to mitigate AI risks

The author and their partner have significantly increased their charitable donations, dedicating 81% of their income in 2025 to address the urgent risks posed by rapidly advancing AI. This decision stems from a belief that the current period is critical for mitigating potential disasters associated with powerful AI systems. While their absolute donation amounts have decreased compared to previous years due to a career change to non-profit work, the proportion of their income allocated to donations has increased, reflecting a prioritization of this cause over personal long-term financial security. AI

IMPACT Highlights the growing concern among individuals about AI's future impact, influencing personal financial decisions and charitable giving priorities.

RANK_REASON The item is a personal reflection and decision about charitable giving in response to perceived AI risks, rather than a direct announcement of AI development or a significant industry event.

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  1. LessWrong (AI tag) TIER_1 English(EN) · jefftk ·

    Donating 80% While It Still Counts

    <p><span> </span> <a href="https://juliawise.net/">Julia</a> and I had been giving half <a href="https://www.jefftk.com/p/giving-half">since 2014</a>, but in 2025 we drew on our savings to donate 81%. It looks to us like we're in a critical window for keeping <a href="https://800…