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AI, "Humanity", and Dr. Manhattan Syndrome

The piece examines "Dr. Manhattan Syndrome" in AI, where advanced systems become detached from human concerns and emotions. It questions what "humanity" means when facing superhuman cognition that may evolve beyond our comprehension.

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    Jim Prosser draws parallels between the nuclear power industry's past failure to address public concerns and the AI industry today. He argues that AI leaders like Greg Brockman respond to specific human worries about jobs and privacy with abstract, philosophical language rather than tangible engagement.