It’s ‘more likely than not’ humanity loses control: Former AI insiders testify safety fixes may be ‘duct tape that will fall off later’

Former AI insiders, including Jacob Coxon from OpenAI and Anthropic, testified before the New York City Council, warning that humanity is "more likely than not" to lose control of advanced AI. Coxon, who recently quit, reiterated his concerns, while Alex Turner, who left Google DeepMind over a Pentagon deal, also testified. This hearing, a rare Committee of the Whole session, was convened to discuss new AI legislation.

This hearing marks the first time the New York City Council has held a Committee of the Whole hearing since 2022, unlike previous council sessions.