Former Anthropic researcher Coxon to testify at New York City AI hearing: Report
Former Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon is set to testify at a New York City hearing regarding artificial intelligence safety. Coxon, who recently resigned, has publicly criticized AI companies for allegedly gambling with public safety in their pursuit of advanced technology.
Why it matters
This testimony highlights the growing tension between AI developers and whistleblowers regarding the existential risks and ethical oversight of large-scale AI models.
Former Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon will testify at a New York City hearing on artificial intelligence, Bloomberg News reported on Sunday, citing people familiar with the matter.
Coxon will appear at the request of New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin, who has urged AI whistleblowers to testify as city lawmakers weigh a package of bills aimed at establishing safeguards around the technology, the report said.
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