AI as a Public Resource: Why the Public Should Own Half of It
By
Bernie Sanders / The New York Times
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Summary
The article argues that artificial intelligence is the most transformative technology in history, affecting every aspect of life from economy to democracy to child-rearing. It raises concerns about AI potentially surpassing human intelligence and functioning independently with catastrophic consequences. The central thesis is that because AI will have such profound societal impact, it should be treated as a public resource, with the public owning half of it to ensure broad benefits rather than concentrated private control.
Key quotes
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It will profoundly affect the life of every man, woman and child in our country.
There is a very real fear that as A.I. becomes smarter than humans it could eventually function independently, with potentially catastrophic consequences.
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