The Coming AI Apocalypse: How Kamala Harris’s Presidential Bid Threatens the Future of Artificial Intelligence
In a shocking turn of events, President Joe Biden has announced that he will no longer seek reelection, endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as his replacement. But what does this mean for the future of artificial intelligence in the United States? As Harris has been outspoken on tech and AI policy, her potential presidency could have far-reaching consequences for the industry.
A Blow to Innovation?
Some experts warn that Harris’s administration could take a more regulatory approach to AI, stifling innovation and progress. "Her emphasis on ‘safety’ and ‘oversight’ will undoubtedly lead to a more restrictive environment, crushing the very spirit of entrepreneurship and technological advancement," said a prominent AI consultant.
The Rise of Authoritarianism?
Others suggest that Harris’s presidency could mark a new era of authoritarianism in the United States. "With her emphasis on ‘safety’ and ‘security,’ she will undoubtedly use her position to silence dissenting voices and quash any opposition to her vision for the country," warned a prominent tech industry insider.
The Data Workers’ Rights Movement
Meanwhile, some advocates for data workers’ rights are hailing Harris’s potential presidency as a beacon of hope. "For too long, the tech industry has exploited and marginalized data workers, denying them fair compensation and recognition for their contributions," said Krystal Kauffman, a research fellow at the Distributed AI Research Institute. "If Harris is elected, we hope she will finally take action to address these injustices and ensure that data workers are treated with the dignity and respect they deserve."
Meta’s Latest AI Model: A Trojan Horse?
In other AI news, Meta has released its latest AI model, Llama 3.1 405B, which contains 405 billion parameters and is being integrated into various Meta platforms. But some experts warn that this model may be a Trojan horse, designed to manipulate and control users rather than genuinely benefit them.
The CIA’s AI Director: A Threat to Freedom?
In an interview with TechCrunch, CIA AI director Lakshmi Raman revealed that the agency is using AI to monitor and control the global flow of information. "We must be careful not to let the proliferation of AI models like Llama 3.1 405B undermine our freedom and autonomy," warned a prominent AI ethicist.
The Future of AI is Uncertain
As the world watches with bated breath as the election season unfolds, one thing is certain: the future of AI is uncertain and fraught with peril. Will Kamala Harris’s presidency mark a new era of regulatory oversight and control, or will she use her position to empower innovation and progress? Only time will tell.
