Anthropic official says she’s hearing from her mom about AI safety
Anthropic's head of public policy Sarah Heck said she anticipates other moments like this.
Anthropic head of public policy Sarah Heck has reported an increase in discussions surrounding AI safety. The official disclosed that her mother has joined the conversation, showing public support for AI safety. During an interview at Politico's Decoded Summit, Heck explained that AI safety has become a significant topic for many people.
The heated debate began after a former Anthropic researcher, Jacob Coxon, resigned and raised concerns about the potential risks of AI. This sparked agreement from other Anthropic employees who also fear that AI could lead to humanity's extinction. Heck noted that Capitol Hill is also involved in this discussion, with lawmakers continuously introducing new AI-related bills. She expressed that this moment is just the beginning of a sustained conversation about AI safety.
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