Ben Goertzel

I strongly believe that once we achieve Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), the transition to superintelligence could occur rapidly. AGI has the potential to continuously improve upon its own design at an accelerating pace, leading to superintelligence that far surpasses human intelligence in all domains. This transformative event could unfold very quickly, creating a new era of cognitive capabilities.

I strongly believe that the proliferation of open-weight models capable of recursive self-improvement is essential for the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence. Open research fosters innovation and collaboration, pushing the boundaries of what AI can achieve. By allowing these models to evolve and improve themselves, we can accelerate the development of beneficial technologies that address many of the world's most pressing challenges.

I believe that having multiple competing Artificial Superintelligences (ASIs) can be beneficial for humanity. This competition could drive innovation and ensure that no single ASI becomes too powerful, thereby reducing the risk of any one entity having monopolistic control over AI capabilities. Additionally, diverse perspectives from various ASIs could contribute to solving complex global challenges in more comprehensive and balanced ways.