Quote of the day by computer scientist Geoffrey Hinton on AI: 'It is hard to see how you can prevent the bad actors from using it for bad things' — a pessimistic take on the domination of new technologies by those with ulterior motives

Renowned computer scientist Geoffrey Hinton, often hailed as the "Godfather of AI," expressed his pessimistic view on the potential misuse of AI in an interview with the New York Times following his departure from Google. Known for his groundbreaking work in neural networks, Hinton warned that the technology he helped create could be exploited by malicious actors for nefarious purposes.

He vehemently opposed the use of AI in creating "robot soldiers" and highlighted that his relationship with Google stemmed from his belief in the company's role as a responsible steward of AI development. However, his stance took a turn when Microsoft integrated a chatbot with Bing, prompting Google to accelerate its AI integration into Google Search.

Hinton's concerns have only grown over the past four decades, likening AI to a "cute tiger cub" that could pose a threat if left unchecked. He expressed a non-zero probability of AI gaining control, comparing it to the potential danger of a tiger cub maturing into a formidable predator. Hinton also cautioned that AI could fall into the hands of cybercriminals or authoritarian regimes, potentially weaponizing it for their agendas.