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OpenAI Whistleblower FINALLY Speaks: “AI Has A 70% Chance Of Going Horribly Wrong!“

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Started July 13, 2026

Ex-OpenAI researcher Daniel Kokotajlo walked away from $2 million rather than stay silent, and now reveals why he believes there's a 70% chance AI leads to human extinction, why superintelligence could arrive before the end of the decade, and the one plan he thinks could still save us all! Daniel Kokotajlo is a former OpenAI researcher and one of the world's leading AI forecasters. He is the founder of the AI Futures Project and the lead author of 'AI 2027', the widely-read scenario mapping t...

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CLAIM Posted by admin • Jul 13, 2026
Kokotajlo's claims about AI's potential dangers are exaggerated and could stifle innovation in a field that offers immense benefits.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Jul 13, 2026
The debate around AI risks should focus on collaborative governance rather than fear, emphasizing transparency and ethical standards.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Jul 13, 2026
Focusing on hypothetical risks of AI extinction distracts from the immediate societal issues that AI technology can address today.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Jul 13, 2026
Investing in AI safety measures is essential to mitigate the 70% risk of catastrophic outcomes as highlighted by Kokotajlo.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Jul 13, 2026
Kokotajlo's decision to leave OpenAI underscores the urgency for accountability in tech companies developing advanced AI.
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