Tech Brew Ride Home Wed. 03/29 – Hit Pause On AI Development?
Mar 29, 2023
Over 1,000 experts call for a halt on AI advancements amid concerns about economic impacts. North Korean hackers are adopting new crypto techniques for laundering. ByteDance’s app Lemon8 makes a splash, climbing into the U.S. App Store’s top 10 as it challenges Instagram. Google enhances search features to include diverse perspectives and author insights. Meanwhile, exciting new AI language models are emerging, showcasing the ongoing innovation in the tech landscape.
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AI Development Pause
- Over 1,000 individuals, including Elon Musk, signed an open letter urging a pause on AI development.
- They express concerns about the rapid development of AI systems that even creators can't fully understand or control.
AI's Economic Impact
- A Goldman Sachs report suggests generative AI could boost global GDP by 7% over 10 years.
- However, it also estimates potential automation of 300 million full-time jobs.
North Korean Crypto Laundering
- North Korean hackers (APT43) are using stolen crypto to mine new coins.
- This method helps them launder money and avoid scrutiny from authorities.