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A big-tent or small-tent AI safety movement?

AI Snake Oil
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Two narratives dominate AI safety discourse: imminent existential risk or insincere alarmism. A third view suggests sincere but mistaken warnings may hinder safety efforts. The essay critiques prevailing views and highlights underinvestment in catastrophic risk prevention, citing pandemic preparedness failures.

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