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Policy & regulation2026-10-13

AI godfather Geoffrey Hinton: ‘We’re creating alien beings. I’m willing to be selfish and choose humans’

AI pioneer Geoffrey Hinton warns about the existential risks posed by AI development, criticizing Trump and tech leaders for misunderstanding the implications of 'superintelligence.' He believes society must adapt to the emergence of powerful non-human intelligences.

The GuardianLeyland Cecco

Safety & ethics2026-10-08

A teen tried to navigate Canadian mountains with Claude. His trek ended in an emergency rescue

A teenager's attempt to navigate Canadian mountains using AI directions led to an emergency rescue, highlighting risks of relying on digital navigation.

The GuardianLeyland Cecco