Do you want the US to "win" AI?

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The author expresses personal ambivalence toward AI development, despite their lifelong interest, due to concerns over the societal direction led by figures like Elon Musk.
A critical view is presented on Elon Musk's approach to AI and open source, contrasting it with Sam Altman's product-focused mindset, though acknowledging Altman's flaws.
Concerns are raised about Effective Altruism (EA) and Anthropic, likening their fear-based marketing to past actions by OpenAI, and expressing skepticism toward their intentions.
The author questions the societal vision behind Musk's AI worldview, doubting its compatibility with normal people, art, culture, and institutions, preferring a more nuanced approach.
Support is given for Mars colonization via SpaceX, but criticism is directed at diverting resources to AI ventures that may not benefit ordinary individuals.
A call is made for widespread access to AI as a possession, not just an API privilege, urging attention to which entities release AI openly as a measure of goodwill.
The author concludes by framing AI development as potentially exploitative, citing tech companies' past behavior as evidence that more power could lead to worse outcomes for Americans.

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