Joe Carlsmith
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AI philosophy: New approach to infinite realities debated on LessWrong
A recent discussion on LessWrong explores the philosophical challenge of assigning probabilities to infinite realities, known as the "measure problem." The post contrasts two existing approaches: objective priors, like …
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AI researchers debate 'P' with high probability assignments · 1 source tracked
A group of AI researchers and figures, including Daniel Kokotajlo, Ryan Greenblatt, and Joe Carlsmith, are discussing and assigning probabilities to an event or concept referred to as "P." While the exact nature of "P" …
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LessWrong post: Metaphysics is key to Functional Decision Theory debates
A LessWrong post argues that discussions around Functional Decision Theory (FDT) often neglect crucial metaphysical underpinnings. The author contends that to justify FDT's recommendations, particularly in scenarios lik…
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US government may struggle to control advanced AI labs
The US government may face significant challenges in controlling advanced AI research labs, particularly those like Anthropic that are increasingly relying on AI for their own research and development. As AI systems bec…
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Author proposes 'masochistic prior' for facing existential truths
The author introduces the concept of a "masochistic prior" in Bayesian statistics, suggesting that in the absence of evidence, the most painful belief is often the most accurate. This philosophy extends to existential r…
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LessWrong author questions fundamental nature of probabilities
A new series of posts on LessWrong explores the fundamental nature of probabilities, questioning whether they are the most appropriate concept for understanding uncertainty. The author aims to develop a unified framewor…
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Anthropic releases audiobook of Claude's Constitution
Anthropic has released an audiobook version of its "Claude's Constitution," featuring readings by authors Amanda Askell and Joe Carlsmith. The audiobook includes a question-and-answer session discussing the creation of …
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LessWrong offers 11 tips for overcoming intellectual deference
The author discusses the tendency for individuals to be overly deferential in their beliefs, particularly in the face of rapid information flow like that seen in AI news. To combat this, the piece suggests embracing a d…