Max Winga

Max Winga, an AI safety advocate from Control AI, dives deep into the existential risks posed by artificial intelligence. He discusses the alarming race for superintelligence and the lack of safety protocols that could lead to catastrophic outcomes. The conversation touches on the chilling concept of an 'intelligence explosion,' the paradox of AI autonomy, and the unsettling emotional connections humans form with AI. Winga urges the need for global cooperation to balance innovation with safety, all while maintaining a sense of humor about the quirky future of AI.

Jonathan Moody, communications director who moderated the Brussels debate, and Max Winga, AI safety advocate pushing policy and treaties. They spar over whether to lead with extinction-risk warnings or leverage near-term harms and data-center opposition. Short, charged exchanges explore messaging, market pressure, policy trade-offs, and how to turn public support into real action.