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At its core, the race toward AGI raises profound questions. As OpenAI’s CEO Sam Altman states, we’re "only a few thousand days” away from creating superintelligent AI. The consequences could be transformational: healthcare breakthroughs, scientific advances, or even solutions to climate change.
However, these benefits are tempered by concerns over societal disruption. Brundage warns of a world where AI-driven automation might make many jobs obsolete, potentially leading to economic stagnation if society isn’t prepared. Furthermore, the cultural and political implications—like global regulation and international cooperation—are crucial to ensuring these advancements serve all humanity.