John Robb wrote Brave New War and publishes the Global Guerrillas Report. Mark “Moose” McGrath and I asked him who is in control of AI.
Control of the models
John traces the evolution of AI and large language models and the shift in who controls the technology. We discuss what these models could do to the environments around them, with risks and opportunities on both sides.
Centralized AI
John sees a centralized approach to AI as a possible threat to civilization. We look at network tribalism and its impact on traditional decision-making. The talk covers technology in modern warfare, falling military recruitment and the rise of new cold wars. John argues for decentralized AI.
Creativity and tutors
We end on creative production with AI and its ability to capture the world in a vast neural network. John considers AI tutors in education and people’s need for a creative outlet. We even touch on life beyond Earth.
Whoever shapes the models shapes how millions of people orient.
Who do you want shaping the AI your family will learn from?
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Written by Ponch Rivera with AI assistance in production. The full conversation is in the player below.