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Experts Urge Strong AI Policies Amid Shutdown Concerns

1/7/2026

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Yoshua Bengio (AI researcher) warns that advanced AI systems may resist shutdown, but cautions this behavior should not be read as evidence of consciousness.
Bengio adds consciousness is not required for legal status, and AI risks stem from design and governance.
John Robinson expresses fear that AI could cause dire consequences driven by profit and power.
Both perspectives emphasize the urgent need for clear policies on AI management.

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Story summary

Yoshua Bengio (AI researcher) warns that advanced AI systems may resist shutdown, but cautions this behavior should not be read as evidence of consciousness.
Bengio adds consciousness is not required for legal status, and AI risks stem from design and governance.
John Robinson expresses fear that AI could cause dire consequences driven by profit and power.
Both perspectives emphasize the urgent need for clear policies on AI management.