AI staff 'genuinely frightened' for humanity's future, ex-Anthropic researcher tells BBC

The script

Panel 1

Sam, arms crossed, looks skeptically at Alex who’s holding a model AI machine. Alex nods with a big smile. Sam rolls his eyes. Alex chuckles.

Sam: You really think it’s safe to let this thing run amok?

Alex: Absolutely! It’s a game changer!

Sam: You’re not really seriously considering how it might get out of control, are you?

Alex: Out of control? It’s as if you’re afraid it won’t be able to think for itself!

Panel 2

Robin, with a sly grin, leans in and whispers to Alex. Alex looks surprised, then grins.

Robin: You know, the last thing we need is another Terminator. And who knows, maybe it’ll finally make a better coffee filter than that pesky machine you’ve been working on.

Alex: You’re right! Maybe I should start brainstorming some new coffee machine features. Genius AI, here we come!

Panel 3

Sam, looking exasperated, sighs. Alex beams, holding up a steaming mug.

Sam: Fine. But if you get me a cuppa before I go, I’ll even consider the idea. Just this once.

Alex: I’ll have you know, I’ve already perfected the perfect cuppa, using my latest AI assistant, of course!