Nvidia boss says AI 'doesn't need new laws' as safety concerns grow
Jensen Huang's stance on AI safety contrasts with several current and former employees of AI-focused firm
Nvidia's founder, Jensen Huang, believes that artificial intelligence (AI) companies should decide whether to release new versions of the technology, rather than relying on new laws and regulations, amid growing safety concerns. Huang emphasized that safety is paramount, but it's an engineering problem that AI companies must address.
He added that AI executives should be left to self-regulate, with the option to halt product releases if they lack confidence in their products. This stance contrasts with those in the industry who have expressed fears that AI could wipe out humanity. In response to these concerns, Anthropic's CEO, Dario Amodei, called for slowing the pace of AI development and urged governments to regulate the industry. However, some industry figures argue that fears are overblown and being used to generate hype.
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