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>I've been convinced for sometime now that "effective altruism" (Lesswrong-ism? Yudkowskianism?) is the communism of the 21st century. I mean, maybe sorta.. th
by yanderekko 4y ago
>I've been convinced for sometime now that "effective altruism" (Lesswrong-ism? Yudkowskianism?) is the communism of the 21st century.
I mean, maybe sorta.. the eschatology is far more interesting with EA, at least.
- NateEag 4y agoThe EA eschatology is pretty much Christian eschatology, except they aren't at all sure their savior (a Friendly, Strong AI) will come. There's a good chance of just getting the Beast and the Harlot instead. Hence the obsession with AI safety - Christians just have to work to bring Christ's kingdom to where they are. The EAs have to make sure nobody summons a vengeful demon overlord while they're slowly crafting their own all-loving, all-powerful digital deity.