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. Warren Buffett, the famous investor, compares AI to the creation of the atomic bomb - his talk at Berkshire Hathaway's annual meeting sparks public fears on AI dangers. Buffett voices his doubts about AI's ability to replace humans but also recognizes its tremendous potential. He also cautions us about its possible consequences with his comparison to the devastating effects of nuclear warfare. Read on to find out what Buffett has to say on AI and its potential risks!

Geoffrey Hinton, the 'Godfather of AI', has left Google to raise awareness among the public regarding the dangers of artificial intelligence. He suggests the risk posed by AI is greater than that of climate change in a recent interview with Reuters. Hinton believes the potential of AI needs to be carefully monitored and urges the tech industry to act responsibly. His resignation sparked discussion not only in the public but also the private industry. Read on to understand Hinton’s worries and his impact on the AI debate.

. Microsoft, a technology giant and one of the world's most valuable companies, has seen a swell of response to the open letter calling for a pause on AI development. In a Fortune interview, Chief Scientific Officer Eric Horvitz argues that a pause is impractical and that acceleration of research and development is a more practical solution. Elon Musk, another well-known player in the AI space, steps onto the scene to challenge Microsoft's approach.

US Treasury Secretary Janet L Yellen warns of brewing cash crisis due to current debt ceiling impasse. In response, President Joe Biden has called to action leaders from both parties to resolve the issue, as well as suspending issuance of State and Local Government Series Treasury securities. Yellen highlights the significant risks for US taxpayers and the US credit rating if urgent action is not taken.

OpenAI, the California-based artificial intelligence company, recently announced that its ChatGPT chatbot is unbanned in Italy, following a data breach and related GDPR compliance issues. The chatbot now has an age verification feature, which ensures safety and privacy for its users, while OpenAI also has further plans to strengthen its safety protocols. CEO Sam Altman is a longtime investor and advocate of AGI and other sustainability initiatives, helping to further catalyze developments in AI and climate change.