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Regardless of the side, poor policymaking can "mangle" AI's progress, either by letting it run unchecked or by hamstringing it with ineffective regulations. The danger lies in reactive legislation that responds to crises rather than proactive, nuanced governance.
The Balancing Act: Risks of Snatching Defeat from Victory
The overarching theme is that acceleration is inevitable—driven by geopolitical necessity, demographic pressures, and economic imperatives—but it remains fragile. Missteps, scandals, or policies rooted in populist fearmongering could prematurely halt or reverse progress. The speaker emphasizes that both sides of politics possess the capacity to derail AI development through shortsighted actions.