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AI Rights: Akin to Citizenship for Extraterrestrials?
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Geoffrey Hinton, often referred to as the "Godfather of AI," argues against granting legal status or rights to artificial intelligences, likening it to giving citizenship to potentially hostile extraterrestrials. He warns that providing AIs with rights could prevent humans from shutting them down if they pose a threat. Hinton emphasizes the importance of maintaining control over AI systems to ensure they remain beneficial and manageable. This matters because it highlights the ethical and practical challenges of integrating advanced AI into society without compromising human safety and authority.
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