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The 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
by NateEag 4y ago
The 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.