Tech expert warns of race to the bottom in unrestrained AI development, calls for regulation to ensure AI safety

Tech expert Max Tegmark warns that a "race to the bottom" by tech companies in unrestrained AI development jeopardizes humanity's future. He calls for AI safety standards and regulation.

23 AI experts say governments must be allowed to halt development of exceptionally powerful AI models that could circumvent human control.

Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Meta investing billions in AI, with plans for more powerful models. Race for AI superiority.

AI investment boom outpacing other tech, with nearly $18bn in Q3 2022. Goldman Sachs predicts $200bn total by 2025.

Generative AI seen transforming businesses and boosting productivity, but concerns remain about potential risks.