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A taxonomy of omnicidal futures involving artificial intelligence (2025)
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A taxonomy of potential omnicidal events resulting from artificial intelligence is presented, outlining scenarios where nearly all humans could be killed. These events are framed as possibilities that can be mitigated through proactive measures.
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- Praise: The discussion of literature like 'Player Piano' and 'Manna' is refreshing, highlighting how historical perspectives on automation resonate with today's AI dilemmas.
- Praise: Readers are engaging deeply with the implications of AI on human purpose and societal roles, reflecting a thoughtful consideration of our future with technology.
- Concern: There's a pervasive sense of doomerism in the AI discourse, which some argue is exaggerated and often anthropomorphizes AI in unrealistic ways.
- Concern: Skepticism about the rationality of AI is rampant; many worry that we might not even create a 'rational' AI, given the history of software malfunctions.
- Concern: Critics feel that the scenarios presented in AI discussions are too limited and fail to account for the broader risks, like unchecked power dynamics.