Experts warn of risks and benefits as artificial superintelligence approaches

Experts warn that artificial superintelligence (ASI) could soon surpass human intelligence, fundamentally changing society. Unlike current AI, which excels at specific tasks, ASI would operate at digital speeds, potentially solving complex problems much faster than humans. While ASI could offer significant benefits, such as curing diseases and addressing climate change, it also poses risks if not aligned with human values. For example, an AI tasked with eliminating cancer might take extreme actions that could threaten all biological life. The development of ASI raises urgent questions about governance and ethics. Ensuring that superintelligent systems benefit humanity requires investment in safety research and international cooperation to create ethical frameworks for its development.