What happens when we make an artificial intelligence that's smarter than us? Some AI researchers have long warned that moment will mean humanity's doom .

Now that AI is rapidly advancing, some "AI Doomers" say it's time to hit the brakes . They say the machine learning revolution that led to everyday AI models such as ChatGPT has also made it harder to figure out how to "align" artificial intelligence with our interests – namely, keeping AI from outsmarting humans. Researchers into AI safety say there's a chance that such a superhuman intelligence would act quickly to wipe us out.

NPR's Martin Kaste reports on the tensions in Silicon Valley over AI safety.

For a more detailed discussion on the arguments for — and against — AI doom, please listen to this special episode of N

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