Bill Gates Warns AI Poses Risks of Mass Unemployment and Bioterrorism

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Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has cautioned that artificial intelligence carries serious risks that the tech industry is largely underplaying. In an hour-long interview, Gates outlined his concerns about AI's potential to cause widespread job losses across various sectors. He also flagged the threat of bioterrorism, warning that AI could be exploited to develop dangerous biological agents. Gates believes the broader technology industry is not being sufficiently transparent or honest with the public about these dangers.

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