Vitalik Buterin unpacks AGI’s hidden risks – Are we ready for what’s coming? – BitRss

• Vitalik Buterin highlighted specific AGI risks, urging targeted solutions for secure technology adoption.
• The Ethereum co-founder advocated for decentralization and self-custody for safeguarding crypto and AI ecosystems.

The release of OpenAI’s latest model, O3, has reignited discussions surrounding the pursuit of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI).

With an impressive 87.5% score on the ARC-AGI benchmark—a key metric for gauging progress toward general intelligence—O3 marks a significant step forward in AI development.

However, alongside the excitement, concerns persist about the potential risks AGI could pose if it surpasses human cognitive capabilities. 

Buterin on AGI’s potential risks

Remarking on the same, Ethereum [ETH] co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently shared his perspective on the potential risks associated with AGI.

Posting on X, Buterin provided valuable insights into how AI could evolve to achieve scalability and widespread adoption.

He emphasized the importance of addressing the significant challenges AGI might bring as it becomes more integrated into mainstream applications.