Four reasons why Open AI Project Q* might pose a threat to humanity.
Open AI is working on a new project, nicknamed Q* (pronounced Q Star), which focuses on developing an Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) model. People think it'll have reasoning and thinking skills that are just like a human.
After all the drama of Sam Altman getting fired and then rehired last week, OpenAI is back in the headlines - and this time it's for something that some researchers think could be a potential threat to humanity. People in the tech world are buzzing about OpenAI's mysterious Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) project, called Q* (pronounced Q star). Although it's still in its early stages, many are hailing it as a major step forward in the pursuit of AGI - although some are viewing it as a risk to mankind.
Q* isn't like any other algorithm; it's an AI model that's close to being as smart as a human. Unlike ChatGPT, it has way better reasoning and problem-solving skills. ChatGPT can answer questions based on the information it already knows, but with AGI, the AI model will get to the point where it can think logically and understand stuff.
Q* isn't like any other algorithm; it's an AI model that's close to being as smart as a human. Unlike ChatGPT, it has way better reasoning and problem-solving skills. ChatGPT can answer questions based on the information it already knows, but with AGI, the AI model will get to the point where it can think logically and understand stuff.
Basically, Q* is a type of reinforcement learning that doesn't rely on prior knowledge of the environment. Instead, it learns as it goes, adjusting what it does based on the rewards and punishments it gets. Tech experts think it'll be able to show off some amazing abilities, like thinking in ways similar to how humans do.
The new AI model has everyone in awe due to its impressive function, but it's also got people worried about its real-world implications and potential dangers. Even the OpenAI boss Sam Altman expressed concern about the AGI project, and lots of people think this is why he got the boot. It's totally understandable to be wary of this tech, and here's why:
1. Fear the unknown
Altman's bold statement comparing AGI to a "median human co-worker" has people concerned about their jobs and the unstoppable growth of AI. This cutting-edge algorithm is celebrated as a major win for AGI, but it also comes with a price. OpenAI scientists are saying the AGI will be able to think and reason like humans, so there's a lot of unknowns and it's hard to be ready to control or fix it.
2. Loss of Jobs
Technology is changing so quickly that some people can't keep up, leading to them losing their jobs because they don't know the new skills or knowledge they need. This isn't an easy fix, as there have always been some people who can keep up with technology and others who can't.
3. The perils of unchecked power
If someone with bad intentions gets their hands on Q*, a super-powerful AI, the results could be devastating for humanity. Even if the person means well, the complicated reasoning and decisions of Q* could still lead to dangerous consequences, so it's essential to carefully consider what it's used for.
4. We are scripting man vs machine in real life
It's kind of like no one has ever seen the movie Man vs Machine. We're basically saying OpenAI scientists should watch it again. Plus, iRobot and Her too! We need to be ready for whatever's coming. An AI model that thinks and reasons like a human being could go off the rails at any moment. Sure, scientists will probably do their best to keep it all in check, but we can't discount the chance of robots taking over.