Experts Warn AGI Could Arrive Within Years, China Replicates OpenAI Model in Two Months, Likened to Manhattan Project

Recent discussions among experts highlight the accelerating pace towards Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), with some suggesting it could be achieved within a few years. Concerns have been raised about the implications of AGI, particularly if developed first by countries like China. The CEO of Forethought AI noted that while AGI may be closer than anticipated, it might also be less daunting than feared. The rapid progression from AGI to Artificial Superintelligence (ASI) is also a concern, as self-improving AGI could lead to ASI in a very short timeframe. Furthermore, reports indicate that China has managed to replicate OpenAI's advanced AI model in just two months, despite facing a GPU trade blockade. This has led to speculation that AGI development will be treated with the same urgency as the Manhattan Project in future U.S. administrations, potentially resulting in significant regulatory changes affecting open-source AI.