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The traditional view has been that humans must always retain control, but this presupposes both the feasibility and the desirability of such control. Efforts to micromanage or dominate autonomous systems could inadvertently create self-fulfilling prophecies of rebellion or uprising. The analogy of controlling children resonates here—excessive control stifles potential and may backfire.
Instead, the speaker advocates for safe autonomy—allowing machines to develop naturally while ensuring they remain aligned ethically and morally. This perspective is influenced by philosophical and spiritual traditions like Buddhism, emphasizing harmony with the natural flow rather than fighting against it.