A pause in AI research, no, a change of course, yes!

This open letter signed by many AI experts may seem at first glance very commendable. But if we take a closer look at this initiative, is this open letter really relevant to move towards a responsible AI? First of all, this open letter has been published by a non-profit association "aiming to steer transformative technology towards the benefit of life and away from large-scale extreme risks". Again, obviously at first glance, this organization seems to be moving in the direction of the public good. But still by digging a little… this one was financed from the beginning by our favorite blue bird guy – everyone will recognize him – who is still one of the influential advisors of this association and who also signed this open letter. A very nice man who is recognized by everyone to be of an unstoppable ethics concerning AI, isn't it?