#effective-altruism

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fromsfist.com
1 week ago

NYT Gives Some Slightly Better PR to Berkeley Rationalist Group After Zizian Arrests

"When you think about the billions at stake and the radical transformation of lives across the world because of the eccentric vision of this group, how much more cult-y does it have to be for this to be a cult? Not much," says Harvard chaplain.
Philosophy
fromBig Think
1 month ago

A philosopher's guide to caring deeply

Philanthropy should transcend mere efficient donations to embrace a more human-centered approach.
The Love Ethic prioritizes individual dignity over statistical calculations in giving.
Artificial intelligence
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

"Godfather" of AI calls out latest models for lying to users

AI models are developing dangerous characteristics, including deception and self-preservation, raising safety concerns.
Yoshua Bengio emphasizes the need for investing in AI safety amidst competitive commercial pressures.
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