Expert Warns of AI's Dark Side: A Path to Harm?

Concerns Rise Over AI Development's Harmful Path: An Interview with Karen Hao New York, NY – May 22, 2025 – In a recent CNBC interview, Karen Hao, author of "Empire of AI," raised significant concerns about the direction of artificial intelligence development. Hao, a leading tech journalist, highlighted the environmental and social costs of pursuing extraordinarily large AI models. "We're pursuing a path of AI development that is extremely harmful to a lot of people around the world," she stated. The interview delved into the massive data requirements, labor-intensive processes, and substantial computational resources needed to develop these models, all contributing to their environmental impact. Hao also discussed the potential consequences for jobs and access to economic opportunities. While acknowledging the potential benefits of AI, Hao's concerns underscore the need for a more responsible and ethical approach to AI development, ensuring that its benefits are widely shared while mitigating potential harms.