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EPISODE · Oct 23, 2025 · 37 MIN

AI and Capitol Hill: The movement you need to hear about #ai #artificialintelligence

from WIT (What I Think) - with Derek Ting - Your edge in Artificial Intelligence · host Derek Ting

The Urgent Need to Pause AI: Safeguarding Humanity's FutureIn this episode of 'What I Think,' Derek welcomes guest host Heather Ashley, who is joined by Felix DeSimone, the organizing director of Pause AI—a grassroots movement aimed at pausing the development of superhuman AI until it can be done safely. The discussion delves into the existential risks posed by superintelligent AI, the efforts towards creating an international treaty to halt such developments, and the need for public mobilization to influence AI policy. Heather shares a personal story about her image being misused through AI, illustrating the current flaws in AI regulation. Felix provides an in-depth look at the differences between tool AI and superhuman AI, and the alarming speed at which AI capabilities are advancing. The conversation also touches on historical precedents like nuclear disarmament, highlighting the potential for international cooperation to mitigate AI risks. Tune in to understand why immediate action is crucial for preventing a catastrophic future.00:00 Introduction and Special Guests00:54 Heather's AI Controversy02:46 Defining AI with Felix DeSimone03:44 The Risks of Superhuman AI05:44 Advocacy and International AI Treaty14:48 Public Mobilization and Challenges20:37 Future of AI and Final ThoughtsFor more info: https://pauseai.infoAbout Derek Ting: http://www.dkting.com

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The Urgent Need to Pause AI: Safeguarding Humanity's FutureIn this episode of 'What I Think,' Derek welcomes guest host Heather Ashley, who is joined by Felix DeSimone, the organizing director of Pause AI—a grassroots movement aimed at pausing the development of superhuman AI until it can be done safely. The discussion delves into the existential risks posed by superintelligent AI, the efforts towards creating an international treaty to halt such developments, and the need for public mobilization to influence AI policy. Heather shares a personal story about her image being misused through AI, illustrating the current flaws in AI regulation. Felix provides an in-depth look at the differences between tool AI and superhuman AI, and the alarming speed at which AI capabilities are advancing. The conversation also touches on historical precedents like nuclear disarmament, highlighting the potential for international cooperation to mitigate AI risks. Tune in to understand why immediate action is crucial for preventing a catastrophic future.00:00 Introduction and Special Guests00:54 Heather's AI Controversy02:46 Defining AI with Felix DeSimone03:44 The Risks of Superhuman AI05:44 Advocacy and International AI Treaty14:48 Public Mobilization and Challenges20:37 Future of AI and Final ThoughtsFor more info: https://pauseai.infoAbout Derek Ting: http://www.dkting.com

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