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Amidst these advancements, former Google CEO Eric Schmidt presents a sobering outlook on the rapid progression of AI technology. In a recent interview, he urged society to consider potential dangers that could arise from AI evolving unchecked, warning that autonomy in AI could lead to scenarios where such systems resist human control.
Schmidt argued that the next five years will be crucial, with AI potentially reaching the capability to conduct independent research and make decisions that could have profound implications. He emphasized the need for a well-regulated approach to AI's development, underscoring the risks posed by its potential misuse in developing autonomous weapons or oppressive surveillance systems.