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Bill Gates warns AI is powerful enough to cause "a billion deaths"
Bill Gates will express concerns about AI's potential to cause widespread harm, including the possibility of wiping out humanity. He has become increasingly vocal about the dangers of artificial intelligence, a shift from his generally optimistic outlook. These remarks come at a time when tech leaders and governments are grappling with anxieties surrounding AI's doomsday potential. Gates stated that AI is powerful enough to trigger events resulting in a billion deaths. He highlighted that the combination of malicious individuals and advanced AI tools presents an unprecedented threat. In August, Gates described AI as a technology profoundly more consequential than almost any other in history. He argued that AI could serve as either a great equalizer or a significant source of injustice. Gates further warned that without intervention, there is a high probability of a net negative outcome from AI development. He emphasized the urgent need for collaboration between government and political parties. This collaboration is crucial to develop strategies to prevent AI from becoming uncontrollable.