Google researchers are fighting the company to tell the world what they know about AI

Workers inside Google’s artificial intelligence division are pushing executives to release them from non-disparagement agreements, arguing that they must be free to inform the public about the risks of the technology they are working to advance, according to sources inside the company.

Google researchers are fighting the company to tell the world what they know about AI

TL;DR

  • Google AI workers are seeking release from non-disparagement agreements.
  • They want the freedom to inform the public about the risks of AI.
  • The requests stem from concerns about AI dangers and corporate motives.
  • Some commenters are skeptical of AI's potential and company motivations, suggesting profit may overshadow public good.