OpenAI’s AGI Readiness Czar Resigns, Citing Concerns Over Preparedness
Miles Brundage, OpenAI’s artificial general intelligence (AGI) readiness czar, has resigned from his position, raising alarm bells about the company’s and the world’s preparedness for advanced AI systems. Brundage, who had been instrumental in assessing and communicating AGI readiness, expressed deep concerns about the current trajectory of AGI development.
In his departure statement, Brundage emphasized that neither OpenAI nor the global community is adequately prepared for the emergence of AGI. He highlighted ongoing discussions with OpenAI leadership regarding AGI readiness and critiqued the term “AGI” as an oversimplified concept that fails to capture the nuanced progression of AI capabilities.
OpenAI operates on a five-step scale to measure AI/AGI levels. According to Brundage, the company is currently approaching level two, which is characterized by AI systems demonstrating human-level reasoning capabilities. This advancement underscores the urgency of addressing preparedness concerns.
Despite his reservations, Brundage maintains a belief in AGI’s potential benefits for humanity. However, he stresses the critical need for deliberate development and robust regulation to ensure responsible progress. His departure reflects growing apprehension about OpenAI’s approach to AGI stewardship.
In the wake of Brundage’s resignation, OpenAI has reassigned members of its AGI readiness team to other groups within the organization. This move follows recent organizational changes, including the dissolution of the AI safety team, raising questions about OpenAI’s leadership and strategic direction in AGI development.
As the AI landscape continues to evolve rapidly, Brundage’s departure serves as a stark reminder of the challenges and responsibilities associated with advancing artificial intelligence technologies. The industry and policymakers alike will be closely watching how OpenAI and other AI leaders address these critical concerns moving forward.
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