AI Sparks Controversy and Calls for Regulation

As tech giants push for advanced AI, critics warn of potential misuse and threats to humanity.

Mark Zuckerberg's announcement of Meta's plans to make advanced AI tools widely available has sparked controversy, with critics warning of potential misuse and threats to humanity.
AI was a major topic at the World Economic Forum in Davos, with discussions focusing on how to reap the benefits of AI while managing its risks.
Yann LeCun, chief AI scientist at Meta, stated that human-level AI is not imminent and will require new scientific breakthroughs.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman suggested that humans will still make decisions about what should happen in the world, even as AI advances.
Regulation of AI is a contentious issue, with some arguing for regulation of products but not research and development.