AI Pioneer Hinton Urges 'Maternal Instincts' to Prevent Superintelligent AI Threat

Aug 14, 2025
CNN
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Summary

Geoffrey Hinton, AI pioneer, warns superintelligent AI could pose existential threat to humanity within 5-20 years if not imbued with 'maternal instincts' and compassion for humans during development.

Key Points

  • Geoffrey Hinton fears AI could wipe out humanity if not built with 'maternal instincts'
  • Hinton proposes building compassion for humans into AI systems to control them
  • Superintelligent AI may arrive in 5 to 20 years, accelerating faster than expected

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