A look at AI safety groups METR, Redwood Research, and Apollo Research, as AI misalignment incidents at OpenAI and Anthropic thrust them into the spotlight (Hayden Field/The Verge)

AI safety groups like METR, Redwood Research, and Apollo Research are gaining prominence due to recent AI misalignment incidents at OpenAI and Anthropic. These organizations, comprising top AI safety researchers, are now in the spotlight as the industry grapples with the challenges of ensuring AI systems behave as intended and align with human values. Their work is becoming increasingly critical amidst growing concerns about the potential risks of advanced AI.

This report offers a rare look inside METR, Redwood Research, and Apollo Research, unlike most coverage that focuses on the incidents themselves.