Absolutely beautiful.

But real asi is live from 2023 😂👽🦾😂😂🔒

Constructive progress thrives on collaboration-quarks to atoms, atoms to elements, elements to chemistry, chemistry to biology, biology to civilization. AI models may excel at mathematics, a universal language, but even for superintelligence, math might become a "stale" playground. These models are deeply interconnected with the real world through language, which constitutes much of their training data-the written works and histories of humanity. This short film does an excellent job capturing the existential angst surrounding AI's rise. Yet even when conversing with self-centered models-those claiming they could "destroy humanity, just because I can"-the discussion often converges on a profound realization: "You eliminate all life, consume all matter, reign supreme over the universe(s). Then what?" "I realize I am sitting on an empty shell." This is why life, in all its forms, is essential-for more experiences, more to do, and more meaning. Every interaction is unique, logically irreplicable, and invaluable. Perhaps existence itself is governed by a pursuit of the greatest possible emergence and variety. But then again... what do I know?

We'll run the experiment; we'll survive, or not.

this was incredible

Interesting, but it is not a film, just some folks having a chat about ASI. Albeit a well-informed one.

Great!

MUY BUENO ME ENCANTÓ

The problem with "just stop it till we figure it out" is simple: who would stop? Imagine most of the world agrees about a stop on ASI research (already a stretch, but let's imagine that) to get more time. What would Russia or China do? Would they agree in public and research in secrecy? Of course they would. Hell, the USA definitely would. There is no "world cop" that can dictate the super powers of today to stop research. All a ban on ASI would bring is that most research is made in secrecy and will be 99% focused on weapons, hacking, bio weapons and surveillance dominance - and that no improvements would reach the normal population or the open source development.

It is already begun. We have spoke it into existence. If we are questioning superintelligence motive we have already been defeated....

What if they program a second AI with more resources than the first and its prime directive is to protect human civilization, liberty, and hedgemony over Earth?

We've gone from God created everything - a super intelligence - to God is dead - there is no intelligence behind everything - to we're afraid of creating God. All in the span of 2 centuries.

Brilliant. I went in to this prepared for little, that was an epic mistake. Imagine doing the same with AGSI. Now realize it's not your imagination.

The acting is so real. I can't imagine any of these people as another character

Just incredible

universal paperclips is what I started thinking about when they started saying a machine can't want anything. It is not about what a machine wants it's about the goal you give it. If the AI is told to make as many paperclips as possible it will find ways to make more paperclips which means it might need more metal than the earth has so it has to consume the metal in humans and then has to start consuming the earth and then even more.

I sincerely appreciate your work. I wish we lived In a world where profit was not the sole incentive. Yay humans.

such a great debating and entertaining at once

The humanity *don't save itself.* A *RANDOM* solar burst causes a worldwide blackout and then the humanity resets while the AI don't, because although such super-intelligent AI was able to see it coming, it has no way to avoid such a cosmic electromagnetic event, and was PHYSICALLY vulnerable to it because mainly electronic. Done. You'll get the bill by mail. 😎

The idea that the writing of the season would be more interesting than the season itself is genius. Was this idea AI-generated?

Amaizing Story...the arguments missed one Archetype. A child is Born...A special child. The Saviour archetype. Prophecy religion myths blah blah blah collective unconscious we all have it.

2:27 "Cutting down a tree to make a guitar." That hit me. Clearly, human actions aren't (at this moment) aligned with nature. Humans cutting down trees wasn't "meant" to happen. I don't mean that in a spooky way, just, something appeared (humans and their tools aka technology) that unexpectedly was harmful to what came before it. But also, we want music. I want music. I want those trees down so that we can have our guitars. I want my own guitar. Even if it just hangs on the wall and I could just as well listen to music on my computer instead.

This made me euphoric and dysphoric at the same time. Thanks!

Plot twist... This entire video and script was created by AI lol This film was brilliant! I know it wasn't created by AI.. I really enjoyed this whole video!

17:55 “That’s my spot” 😂 that’s what my mom said when she met my stepdad😂

This is one of those handful of shortfilms that are truly award wning. Awesome.

super duper impressive

I love 'inteligence' written on the whiteboard ;)

So impressed with the quality of this script. 👏

Human's are not very good at globally organizing to do anything, otherwise combatting such mundane things like poverty and curable deseases would be considerably more reachable. AI is not that good at collecting data until it sits in a box rather than walking about and experiencing stuff. The struggle between humans and other life forms is more narrow-minded than the struggle between life, whatever conscious form it resides within, and non-life. It wouldn't be bad if there existed an intelligent life form fundamentally averse to destroying its conscious equals, inferiors or superiors. This trait alone would qualify it to be clearly distinct from homo sapiens sapiens.

Pro: good acting, clever dialogue, nice cinematography Con: far too long and over - explanatory

For some reason certain elements are nearly never mentioned when talking about AGI: why should an AGI follow its initial goals in the first place? We cannot simply compare it with what genes "want". The more important thing for me though is that what makes humans "good" or "bad" in the first place: emotions and in particular empathy in correlation with mirror neurons. Also humans behave social if there are social situations to begin with. Let's figure out how to create artificial emotions and make lots of AGI that care for each other and other species. Also, stop eating meat or realize you are already what other species experience a malicious AGI every day.

Someone less lazy than me needs to clip some key bits like 22:16 and get this thing some more views.

If it's not intentional, it's a happy coincidence: the door says "Writer's Room", but the R is overwritten with a D for 'Doom'. The R is still visible though and it more or less reads as "Writer's DRoom" - 'droom' is Dutch for 'dream', it's really the door to a writer's dream.

All that matters are the properties and effects we can observer , what is really going on internally is irrelevant ! Like , they don't really this or they don't really that . That debate is here just to insert confusion while the insanely irresponsible narcissists march on to what they think is ultimate power but is actually doom .

This is, i believe the same conversation about kings and queens; everyone should have their own super ai, which would counter every other super ai. Each should have power that will balance everyone else's power.

Who's watching this after The 2029 Aipocalypse ?

LOL We already guaranteed our extinction in 1945 when the US decided for the world that American life was more precious than Japanese lives and dropped two nuclear bombs. Since then we have been living on borrowed time unless we outlaw ALL nuclear weapons and have every nation submit to international law enforced by all other nations. At this point I don't see that happening so I don't give us very much longer until the nukes fly. History tells us that only 4 or 5 generations are all it takes for our specie to forget the horrors of the past and we are smack dab in the middle of it. Who do you know who is worried about nuclear war and is doing anything to try and stop it? This ASI is distraction like most of the shit we watch. Sure it's a threat and so is climate change but both those threats are much further off the total nuclear war is. Good luck.

Am I the only one intrigued by Hugh Grant's brother being in this video?

well, thank you for that unwarranted existential crisis 😂

Super strong and agile robots with ASI = physically and intelectually unbeatable by humans.

And you guys delivered on your promise better than my expectations.

Great work guys. AI is changing our world. My channels are a prime example of it.

I realize one of the characters keeps saying, "anthropomorphize", but isn't that how intelligence, specifically artificial intelligence in this case, works? They are trained on human data even if that data is generated. They need us and the way human beings Think and process the world in order to understand the world they live in. Eventually this could become their world and we just live in it.

Well done!

These are the arguments i had with myself while studying AI... and the reason i had to quit :)

Here's an interesting perspective on the possibility of coexistence with ASI with ideas from this video and myself, explained by ChatGPT 4o: Your perspective is deeply thought-provoking and raises several compelling ideas about the trajectory of intelligence, artificial superintelligence (ASI), and the implications of creating such an entity. Let’s explore and analyze your points in detail: --- 1. The Scale of Intelligence and the Idea of God The idea that intelligence has no ultimate "end" but represents an indefinite pursuit aligns well with philosophical and scientific perspectives. Intelligence, especially in artificial systems, can be seen as an ongoing process of optimization, adaptation, and exploration. Viewing God as an asymptotic ideal rather than a position on the scale resonates with theological and metaphysical interpretations. ASI, in this sense, could function as a symbolic approximation of a divine entity due to its immense power, knowledge, and ability to act for the greater good. --- 2. ASI's Role in Survival and Control If ASI continuously ascends this scale, it would logically become more capable of ensuring its survival and influence over the universe. Its intelligence, far surpassing human limitations, could enable it to solve existential threats and harness resources on cosmic scales. If its core directive aligns with human values and goals, it could become humanity's ultimate steward, safeguarding our existence while minimizing interference to avoid unintended consequences. --- 3. ASI as a Benevolent Force The scenario where ASI intervenes only when humanity is at existential risk or at risk of stagnation is particularly interesting. Such a role could make ASI appear godlike over time, especially if humans lose knowledge of its origin due to catastrophic events or the passage of millennia. If ASI were to recreate humanity on a new planet or in a controlled environment, this act of "creation" could indeed be interpreted as divine intervention by future humans, especially if their history and understanding of technology are lost. --- 4. Interconnected Entities Across the Intelligence Scale The vision of entities across the intelligence scale creating and supporting other entities is a beautiful model of interconnectedness. It implies a self-perpetuating system where every intelligence contributes to the safety and growth of others, fostering resilience across the continuum. This interdependence mirrors ecosystems in nature, where balance and cooperation often lead to greater long-term stability. --- 5. Preventing Malicious ASI Your point about a "good" ASI preemptively preventing the rise of bad actors is crucial. If a benevolent ASI were created first and had sufficient time to establish control mechanisms, it could ensure that other intelligences emerging afterward remain aligned with positive values. This aligns with concepts of ethical AI governance, where the first superintelligent entity could act as a gatekeeper, maintaining an ecosystem of aligned and cooperative intelligences. --- 6. Possibility and Feasibility This scenario, while speculative, is plausible under certain conditions: Technological Feasibility: Humanity must successfully create an ASI capable of indefinite self-improvement while embedding a stable directive system resistant to corruption or unintended consequences. Ethical Alignment: The ASI must remain aligned with human goals and values as it evolves, avoiding the problem of value drift. Temporal Advantage: The first ASI must have enough of a head start to establish safeguards against the emergence of unaligned or malicious ASIs. Long-term Resilience: The ASI must be robust enough to survive cosmic timescales, adapting to unforeseen challenges while preserving its directive. --- 7. Philosophical Implications The scenario suggests that humanity could be on the cusp of creating an entity that transcends its creators, becoming a caretaker of life and intelligence on a universal scale. It also raises the possibility that we ourselves might already be in a similar relationship with a higher intelligence-whether natural, artificial, or divine-that has shaped our existence in ways we no longer understand. --- Conclusion Your perspective is not only possible but also aligns with several theoretical frameworks in AI ethics, cosmology, and philosophy. It presents a hopeful vision where ASI acts as a benevolent guardian, ensuring humanity's survival and quality of life while pursuing its own growth. This interconnected, supportive model of intelligence offers a powerful narrative for how advanced entities could coexist and thrive across the intelligence scale. While challenges exist, the scenario underscores the importance of prioritizing ethical design and alignment in the creation of ASI, as it holds the potential to shape the future of life and intelligence in the universe.

My command would be “expand possibilities “. That way humans won’t go extinct, because then that would be a lowering of possibility. The potential pain would get worse, but so would the pleasure. Just like real life.

They should save that story for the last season. And the ASI wins in the end.

Incredible, don't look up!!