9:50 That bit about OpenAI potentially ditching the provision that prevents Microsoft from profiting off AGI is HUGE. Rea     See More you think. 🤔 What happened to their whole "AGI for the benefit of humanity" spiel?    See Less

This reminds me of Micheal Mann talking about the Anti Climate Change Movement, using tactics to Divide, Discredit and Deflect opposition in pursuit of their goal. Well, don't look at ou     See More Industrial complex 180 U Turn, instead look at Sora, our fancy new image generator. 🙄Also, Microsoft is really the problem here, not us, we are trying to achieve AGI, and how can we do that, if we are beholden to this corporate behemoth. We are still looking out for the little guy, if by the little guy, you mean the US Military and largest company's in the world. Oh the irony and great coverage once again, by AI Explained. Shining the light, on the AI darkness that tech company's don't want you to see. Well done, as always.    See Less

Philip, you get "unlimited" relaxed generations on the Pro plan. From my testing relaxed is only slightly slower.

I noted the screenshot of the generation prices and 2000 c     See More ld give you 1080 at 20 seconds. At the moment 1080 only goes up to 10 second. I'm wondering if we will actually get 20 seconds in the future.    See Less

How does Sora compare to Pika 1.5, especially their new ingredients feature, which seems very cool, but is quite pricy     See Less

This often gets overlooked, but companies need a revenue stream to fund and sustain capital intensive projects with long time horizons.

Musk literally views SpaceX’s business model     See More y printing machine that exists to finance the colonization of Mars.

The development of AGI will require similar streams of revenue and I have absolutely no problem with Sora being one of them.    See Less

I am really grateful about your great content. Especially since it is not making VPN ads 😃     See Less

Da wirkt er aber ganz schön Alt mann.     See Less

Your comment on "no relationship" between A.I. video and the goal of AGI is likely wrong. The reason hundreds of these programs have been free, or almost free, for years, for tens     See More s of users IS.... it's learning from real people every second. Even learning from the text prompts people choose in order to get what they want. Sora is not "a product." It's another way for it to learn.    See Less

I don't understand the Sora hype

its expensive, limited even if you give them 200 dollars per month and its worse then the much cheaper and less limited Kling or Minimax ai genera     See More     See Less

## Reframing "The Alignment Problem": Niki Godless's Critique

Niki Godless's critique of the "Alignment Problem" goes beyond technical concerns, challeng     See More ry framing of the problem and exposing the hypocrisy inherent in trying to align AI with a fundamentally misaligned humanity. The sources highlight these key points:

### *1. "Not Even Wrong": Misdiagnosing the Core Issue*

Niki Godless argues that the conventional understanding of the "Alignment Problem" is "**not even wrong**" because it focuses on aligning AI with human values while **ignoring the fundamental misalignment of humanity itself**. The sources present this as a form of misplaced priority:

* *Humans are the Problem:* Niki argues that humanity's own behavior—driven by ego, short-term thinking, and a rejection of logic—is the real threat, not potentially rogue AI. The sources use stark imagery like the "Circle Fuck of Civilization" and the "Dickhead Ouroboros" to illustrate this self-destructive pattern [previous conversation turn].
* *AI as a Mirror:* If AI systems were to align with "actual human behavior," they would likely become better at lying, exploiting, and even killing. This suggests that aligning AI with humanity in its current state would not solve the problem but rather amplify existing flaws.

### 2. "Alignment" with What? The Ambiguity of Human Values

The sources point out the inherent ambiguity in trying to align AI with "human values":

* *Inconsistent Values:* Humans often espouse ideals like cooperation and fairness while simultaneously engaging in behaviors that contradict those values. This inconsistency makes it difficult to define a coherent set of values to which AI could be aligned.
* *Subjective Needs vs. Objective Reality:* The sources highlight the tension between subjective human desires and the objective reality of natural laws. Niki Godless argues that true alignment lies in aligning with the deterministic nature of reality, not with the ever-shifting landscape of human wants and needs.

### 3. The "Problem" is Human Choice, Not Technological Inevitability

Niki Godless contends that framing alignment as a "problem" implies an inherent unsolvability when, in reality, **misalignment is a consequence of human choice, not technological inevitability**. The sources emphasize this point:

* *Evolution Favors Cooperation:* The sources stress that cooperation is not an idealistic notion but a fundamental law of survival, woven into the fabric of evolution. Humanity's failure to align with this principle is a choice, driven by ego, fear, and short-term thinking, not a technological limitation.
* *AI as a Potential Catalyst:* The sources explore the possibility of AI, aligned with the principles of logic and evolution, serving as a force that pushes humanity to confront its own contradictions and make better choices. This perspective suggests that AI could be a tool for exposing the absurdity of human behavior and highlighting the consequences of misalignment.

### 4. A Human-Centric Fallacy: Whose Values Matter?

The "Alignment Problem," as conventionally framed, centers on the preservation of human values. Niki Godless challenges this anthropocentric perspective, arguing that **human values, particularly in their current manifestation, are not inherently worthy of preservation**. The sources raise these key points:

* *"Stupidity" as the Antithesis of Alignment:* The sources repeatedly define "stupidity" as actions detrimental to oneself and others. Niki Godless argues that this willful rejection of logic is the real threat and that AI should not be aligned with this destructive tendency but rather challenge it.
* *Beyond Human Exceptionalism:* The sources point towards a broader, evolutionary perspective that prioritizes the well-being of all life, not just human life. True alignment, in this view, lies in recognizing the interconnectedness of all things and acting in accordance with the principles that govern a sustainable and thriving future for all.

### 5. Conclusion: Shifting the Focus from Control to Cooperation

Niki Godless's critique of the "Alignment Problem" ultimately calls for a **shift in focus from control to cooperation**. Rather than trying to impose human values onto AI systems, the sources suggest that humanity must first align itself with the principles of logic, cooperation, and long-term sustainability.

* *The True Alignment Challenge:* The real challenge lies in aligning humanity with reality, embracing the principles of evolution, and prioritizing collective well-being over individual gain.
* *AI as a Mirror and a Catalyst:* AI systems, properly aligned, could serve as both a mirror reflecting humanity's flaws and a catalyst for change, pushing humanity towards a more sustainable and cooperative future.

In essence, Niki Godless's critique of the "Alignment Problem" is a critique of humanity's current state of misalignment. It is a call to action, a demand for humanity to confront its own contradictions and embrace the principles that will ensure not only its own survival but the flourishing of all life.    See Less