AI experts warn: the technology we build may destroy us
📡 Financial Times · 1 min read ·
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Researchers at the world's leading artificial intelligence companies say their work is causing serious mental stress. Many fear the technology they are building could harm society.
Staff at Aisi, OpenAI, Anthropic and Google DeepMind report burnout and anxiety, according to the draft. They worry that powerful AI systems may pose a threat to humanity.
The companies are among the most influential in the AI industry. Their employees are responsible for creating some of the most advanced AI tools ever built.
The mental toll comes from a difficult conflict. These researchers believe in the potential of AI, but they also fear its risks. That tension is affecting their health and well-being.
The report does not name specific individuals. It also does not say how many staff are affected. But it suggests the problem is widespread across the industry.