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1. bobajeff · 1790315315 · focus · HN ↗

   I for one cannot be convinced that these companies saying they want to slow down AI progress is for the safety of mankind (or any other altruistic reason). However, I respect someone willing to give up a very comfortable career for his convictions.

   1. geraneum · 1790316009 · focus · HN ↗

      I’d wait and see what happens next in their professional life. It’d be ironic if they founded a new AI startup or something like that.

      1. teiferer · 1790317151 · focus · HN ↗

         I don't get these comments. If he got paid way above his needs for a while he can easily retire already if he continues to keep his expenses in check, and take on a position in his church. Pays with happiness, not money, though if he has enough of the latter he can focus on maximize the former.

         1. roca · 1790321054 · focus · HN ↗

            You have a fair point. I am financially secure so it's not a great sacrifice.

            It was psychologically difficult to give up the opportunity to make more money at a fun job, though.

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