<2> Inside the Secret Meeting that Led to the AI Political Resistance
<3> The Gathering Storm: A Secret Conference in New Orleans
The rise of artificial intelligence has been a topic of increasing concern for many, but ][one group in particular has been quietly mobilizing against it. In early January, a group of 90 or so political, community and thought leaders gathered in a New Orleans Marriott for a secret conference on artificial intelligence – so secret, in fact, that no one knew who else had been invited until they walked into the room. Church leaders and conservative academics were sitting next to activists and entrepreneurs, all united by a shared sense of unease about the rapid advancement of AI.
<3> The Concerns of the Conferencers
The conference, which was organized by a group of tech-savvy activists, aimed to bring together a diverse range of stakeholders to discuss the potential risks and consequences of AI. The attendees were a mix of seasoned experts and newcomers to the field, all of whom were eager to share their insights and experiences.
<3> The Keynote Speakers
The conference featured a range of keynote speakers, including < href='https://techcrunch.com/2023/01/10/ai-experts-warn-of-risks