Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has called for a deliberate slowdown in AI development to prevent the risk of recursive self-improvement accelerating beyond human oversight. According to The Decoder, Amodei warned that this rapid AI advancement could pose a threat to the entire internet within six to twelve months if left unchecked.
To address these risks, Amodei proposed several measures including embedding auditors within AI companies, establishing shared safety standards, and creating global agreements inspired by the SALT disarmament treaties. These steps aim to ensure AI evolution remains under control and aligned with human interests.
For Japanese investors and markets, where AI technologies are increasingly integrated into trading algorithms and fintech services, these developments highlight the importance of regulatory frameworks that balance innovation with risk management.