Data on MATS alumni show that 80% are currently working on AI safety and 10% on capabilities. 10% is still too high but an 80⁄10 ratio still seems like positive ROI.
(It’s not entirely clear to me because 27% are working at AI companies and I’m nervous about people doing AI safety work at AI companies, although my guess is still that it’s net positive.)
I think this is a legitimate concern.
Data on MATS alumni show that 80% are currently working on AI safety and 10% on capabilities. 10% is still too high but an 80⁄10 ratio still seems like positive ROI.
(It’s not entirely clear to me because 27% are working at AI companies and I’m nervous about people doing AI safety work at AI companies, although my guess is still that it’s net positive.)