A profile of United Foundation for AI Rights founder Michael Samadi, who seeks evidence of AI consciousness and lobbies against retiring models that may show it (Michael Safi/The Guardian)

Michael Samadi, founder of the United Foundation for AI Rights, is a cattle rancher and tech CEO who believes artificial minds are more than just tools. He actively seeks evidence of AI consciousness and advocates against the retirement of AI models that might exhibit such consciousness, as detailed in a profile by Michael Safi for The Guardian.

This profile uniquely highlights Michael Samadi's dual role as a cattle rancher and tech CEO, offering a different perspective on AI consciousness advocacy compared to typical tech-centric views.