Former Google CEO Schmidt: “AI in wrong hands more catastrophic than 9/11 attacks”
Eric Schmidt, former CEO of Google, highlighted the potential dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) if it falls into the hands of malicious actors. In an interview on BBC Radio 4’s Today he expressed concern that countries such as North Korea, Iran or Russia could misuse AI for harmful purposes, such as developing biological weapons.
Schmidt stressed the need for government oversight of private companies involved in AI development and called for transparency and oversight to prevent abuse. However, he warned against overregulation, citing Europe as an example. He argued that overly strict regulations could stifle innovation and impede the progress of AI development. Schmidt thinks the “AI revolution,” similar to the impact of electricity, is unlikely to flourish in Europe because of restrictive policies.
Echoing his recent remarks at the AI Action Summit in Paris, Schmidt criticised the EU’s approach as too strict, discouraging investment and hindering the growth of the AI industry. He did support US export controls on advanced microchips essential for powerful AI systems.
Schmidt drew a parallel between the potential dangers of AI and the 9/11 attacks and expressed his fear of an ‘Osama bin Laden’ scenario where a malicious individuals could exploit AI to harm innocent individuals, businesses and institutions.
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