Geoffrey Hinton warns unchecked AI could bring fatal consequences
Geoffrey Hinton has warned that unchecked artificial-intelligence development could lead to serious and potentially fatal consequences, NDTV reported. In an interview, the AI pioneer also criticised Nvidia chief Jensen Huang, portraying him as a profiteer in the expansion of the technology.
Geoffrey Hinton has warned that artificial-intelligence development could have serious and potentially fatal consequences if it is not checked, NDTV reported. Speaking exclusively to the outlet, Hinton, described in the headline as the “Godfather of AI”, called for development to be restrained in time. He also criticised Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang, whom he portrayed as a profiteer.
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