ChatGPT creator Sam Altman reflects on the Senate’s A.I. regulatory hearing

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Sam Altman, the creator of ChatGPT, addresses a series of questions related to AI and regulation during a hearing in Washington D.C.

Altman emphasizes that the AI industry should self-regulate, even if there isn’t an immediate push for formal regulation. He believes that the industry is taking the serious implications of AI development into account.

He urges Congress to take their time to get AI regulation right rather than rushing, although he warns that if it takes a decade, that would be problematic.

Responding to a question about AI becoming self-aware, Altman suggests that there is a lot of speculation around this topic and encourages ongoing discussion. He refrains from aligning with an anxiety-driven perspective, suggesting it’s not the right way to think about the issue.

When asked about potential loss of control over ChatGPT, he acknowledges the challenge and emphasizes the importance of addressing this concern. He believes that despite the difficulty, it’s essential to treat AI with a high level of seriousness and start the conversation about potential risks.

In response to other questions, Altman mentions he is looking forward to hearing more about AI developments and speaks highly of the creative potential of current AI tools. He also points out the potential dangers of powerful AI, such as the capability to design biological pathogens.

Lastly, he is asked about the EU law but the response is cut off, leaving that part of the conversation incomplete.

Translated by ChatGPT

ChatGPT的创造者Sam Altman在华盛顿特区的一次听证会上回答了一系列关于人工智能和监管的问题。

Altman强调，即使没有立即推动正式监管，人工智能行业也应自我监管。他相信，该行业正在认真考虑人工智能发展的严重影响。

他敦促国会花时间来正确处理人工智能监管问题，而不是仓促行事，尽管他警告说，如果这需要十年时间，那将会是个问题。

在回答关于人工智能是否会自我意识的问题时，Altman表示这个主题上有很多猜测，并鼓励持续讨论。他避免与焦虑驱动的观点对齐，认为这不是考虑这个问题的正确方式。

当被问及是否可能失去对ChatGPT的控制时，他承认了这个挑战，并强调需要处理这个问题的重要性。他认为，尽管困难，但必须对人工智能进行高度认真的对待，并开始关于潜在风险的对话。

在回答其他问题时，Altman提到他期待听到更多关于人工智能发展的内容，并对当前人工智能工具的创新潜力大加赞赏。他还指出了强大的人工智能的潜在危险，例如设计生物病原体的能力。

最后，他被问及欧盟法律，但是回答被切断，使得那部分对话未完成。