OpenAI’s Sam Altman says AI is ‘safe enough’ after Scarlett Johansson row

From Hindustan Times: 2024-05-21 21:56:46

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman reassured the safety of AI technology and defended his company at a Microsoft event following concerns over risks. Actress Scarlett Johansson revealed she declined an offer to lend her voice to an OpenAI AI model that closely resembled her. Altman emphasized the importance of not delaying plans during this special time.

Altman stated that while GPT-4 may not be perfect, it is considered safe and robust for various uses. OpenAI has invested significant efforts to ensure model safety and reliability. Concerns arose about the company’s commitment to safety after dissolving its team dedicated to understanding and mitigating long-term AI risks.

Team co-leader Jan Leike criticized OpenAI for prioritizing new products over safety, leading to his departure from the company. He expressed concerns about the direction the team was taking in addressing safety measures. Altman stressed the importance of ensuring the safety and robustness of AI models for widespread use.



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