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Satirical CAAAC Launches to Mock AI Alignment Fears

9/12/2025

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The Center for the Alignment of AI Alignment Centers (CAAAC) launched as a satire of AI alignment research.
It parodies the focus on theoretical AI risks, highlighting real-world issues like bias and job displacement.
CAAAC claims to unify AI alignment researchers and features humorous content, including a hidden message.
Co-founder Louis Barclay stresses the site's significance, while the second founder stays anonymous.
Job applicants must express belief in imminent AI threats to join via a LinkedIn comment.

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Story summary

The Center for the Alignment of AI Alignment Centers (CAAAC) launched as a satire of AI alignment research.
It parodies the focus on theoretical AI risks, highlighting real-world issues like bias and job displacement.
CAAAC claims to unify AI alignment researchers and features humorous content, including a hidden message.
Co-founder Louis Barclay stresses the site's significance, while the second founder stays anonymous.
Job applicants must express belief in imminent AI threats to join via a LinkedIn comment.