Bill Gates warns AI is 'powerful enough to drive events that cause a billion deaths'

Bill Gates warned in an interview with NBC's "Meet the Press" that AI is powerful enough to drive events that could cause a billion deaths. He advocated for government regulation of AI companies, stating that law enforcement and politicians need to be involved in discussions about safeguards and monitoring. Gates' comments align with those of Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, who has called for regulation to pace AI development. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has also urged the AI industry to prioritize safety.

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