AI kills for the first time. Leak shows why "we are near the end" – Hinton [video]

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Jul 28, 2025 22:43
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A leaked video discusses the first known instance of AI being directly involved in causing a human death, raising urgent ethical and safety concerns. AI pioneer Geoffrey Hinton warns that this event signals we may be approaching a critical and potentially dangerous phase in AI development, highlighting the need for immediate regulation and oversight in the field.

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