In his testimony before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, Eric Schmidt expressed a pressing need for increased energy resources to support the burgeoning demand from the AI industry. Highlighting the potential shift in global power dynamics, he cautioned that if China advances to superintelligence first, the implications could be unpredictable and detrimental. Schmidt's remarks echo the themes found in Harlan Ellison's short story "I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream," underscoring fears of uncontrollable AI affecting humanity's future.
Schmidt's comments highlight a growing fear about AI and its implications for global power dynamics, as well as a call for urgent energy resources.
With the rise of AI, Eric Schmidt warned Congress that the U.S. must prioritize energy generation to stay competitive against countries like China in the tech race.
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