OpenAI quietly removes ban on military use of its AI tools
CNBCJAN 2024
OpenAI Removes Ban on Military Use of its AI Tools
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The Spin
Pro-establishment narrative
OpenAI's decision to change its military policy provides America with an exciting opportunity to revolutionize the way it defends the world against adversaries such as China. AI has now reached a stage where its technology will be of benefit to the US, and the collaboration will give the government access to an exciting pool of private-sector tech scientists who can help bolster national security.
Establishment-critical narrative
OpenAI's change in policy is an intentional choice to expand its markets to the defense industry in order to rake in extreme profits at the potential expense of humanity's future. AI will leave the weapons industry unchecked, and futuristic robotic killing machines are possibly closer to reality than the world should feel comfortable with. Once and for all, the arms industry must finally be restricted by legislation before it is too late.