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Quantum computing could unlock new levels of processing power needed for superintelligence, but technical challenges remain before this potential can be realized at scale.
Geopolitical and Ethical Considerations
Aschenbrenner underscores the geopolitical stakes involved in AI development. He warns that China and other nations are fiercely pursuing AI supremacy, often resorting to unethical practices and IP theft. While China’s aggressive tactics are well-documented, he expresses concern that US leadership is not yet prepared to dominate this race securely.
He advocates that innovation and responsible leadership should come from the private tech sector—the founders and entrepreneurs who have historically driven economic prosperity—rather than governments alone.