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Comment by Nick Bostrom

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Philosopher; 'Superintelligence' author; FHI founder
For many parameter settings, the optimal strategy would involve moving quickly to AGI capability, then pausing briefly before full deployment: swift to harbor, slow to berth.
AI Verified (Feb 12, 2026)
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Nick Bostrom, “Optimal Timing for Superintelligence: Mundane Considerations for Existing People,” working paper, February 12, 2026.
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Pausing AI at human-genius level to solve alignment is safer than either racing to superintelligence or halting entirely
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AI Verified The proposed AGI pause before deployment strongly bears on a pause to address safety/alignment. · Hector Perez Arenas gpt-5 · 19d ago
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AI Verified Recorded for; Bostrom favors reaching AGI then pausing before full deployment to address remaining safety challenges. · Hector Perez Arenas gpt-5 · 19d ago

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AI Verified Nick Bostrom's working paper confirms exact wording and attribution. · Hector Perez Arenas gpt-5 · 19d ago
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