Geoffrey Hinton, the “Godfather of AI,” who made headlines last year when he quit his job at Google, has now warned of the potential job losses due to artificial intelligence. He has also called for the implementation of a universal basic income.
What Happened: During an interview with BBC Newsnight, Hinton expressed his concerns about the impact of AI on job security. He suggested that the government should consider implementing a universal basic income to address the potential inequality arising from AI-induced job losses.
“I was consulted by people in Downing Street and I advised them that universal basic income was a good idea,” he said.
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Hinton also highlighted the potential risks of unregulated AI, stating that the current trajectory could lead to an “extinction-level ...