Even With AI Slowdowns, "That Day Is Coming"…Why AI Is More Dangerous Than Nuclear Weapons (ft. Prof. Yoon Sung-ro of Seoul National University)

Global big tech companies have recently been arguing for a so-called "AI slowdown," advocating for a deceleration in the development speed of artificial intelligence. Citing the risks that AI could pose, they argue that the current rapid pace of development should be slowed down, with Anthropic reportedly even pushing to delay its initial public offering (IPO). However, U.S. President Trump has dismissed these calls, emphasizing the need to maintain an edge in the competition with China. What are the thoughts of Professor Yoon Sung-ro of Seoul National University, who has been researching artificial intelligence for over 20 years, regarding the AI slowdown theory? In particular, why did he compare "AI" to "nuclear weapons," which could destroy humanity? Find out more on the SBS YouTube channel <Discovery of Knowledge>.

(Planned by: Kim Yong-tae | Hosted by: Jeong Yu-mi | Writer: Park Jung-rye | Editing: Kim Bok-hyung, Kim Hye-joo | Filming: Kim Sang-yoon, Hwang Se-hoe | CG: Cho Eun-sol | Directed by: Cho Do-hye | Production Support: SK Telecom | Produced by: SBS Digital News)
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