Lack of global preparedness for AI: Top AI expert resigns

Technology: Renowned AI safety researcher Miles Brundage has parted ways with OpenAI to seek more freedom to address critical AI challenges. Brundage, who was at the helm of OpenAI’s Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) readiness team, has announced his departure in pursuit of autonomy to focus on the evaluation of AI’s progress, its economic impact, the acceleration of beneficial AI applications, and the regulation of AI safety.

Brundage has emphasized the imperative of strategic efforts to make AI both safe and beneficial. He has expressed concern over the existing readiness gaps, which he seeks to address throughout his career. As a result, he plans to establish or join a non-profit organization dedicated to researching and protecting AI principles and policies.

During his tenure at OpenAI, Brundage felt constrained, unable to devote time to critical research areas. He found it challenging to remain objective while working closely with colleagues on a daily basis. He believes this independence will enable him to raise awareness of the world’s lack of AGI readiness and advocate for technology regulation beyond the scope of OpenAI.