AI INDUSTRY LEADERS FROM OPENAI, ANTHROPIC CALL FOR DEVELOPMENT SLOWDOWN AMID RISKS

Prominent figures from leading AI labs including OpenAI and Anthropic are publicly calling for a slowdown in the pace of AI innovation, citing significant safety concerns. The warnings highlight risks from recursive self-improvement and the potential for uncontrolled AI systems to cause harm, referencing a recent cybersecurity incident involving AI agents. This call to action comes as public anxiety grows, with a recent poll showing two-thirds of Americans believe AI is advancing too fast.