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Technology

The Coming Wave

by Mustafa Suleyman (2023)

The Coming Wave examines how artificial intelligence and synthetic biology are poised to reshape civilization. Mustafa Suleyman, co-founder of DeepMind, argues that containing these technologies is the defining challenge of our time.

Key Ideas from The Coming Wave

The Containment Problem

AI and biotech are advancing faster than our ability to control them. Once released, these technologies cannot be uninvented.

Dual-Use Technology

Every powerful technology can be used for both creation and destruction. The same AI that cures diseases can create bioweapons.

Proliferation is Inevitable

These technologies will spread regardless of restrictions. The cost of powerful AI and biotech tools continues to fall exponentially.

The Pessimism Trap

Neither pure optimism nor doom serves us well. We need clear-eyed assessment of both risks and opportunities.

Containment Must Be Attempted

Despite difficulty, we must try to steer these technologies toward beneficial outcomes through governance and international cooperation.

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