While many are looking to put the brakes on AI, a pro-tech movement called “Effective Accelerationism” (often shortened to “e/acc,” pronounced “e-ack”) is pushing for unrestricted progress in AI and other emerging technologies.
Kevin Roose of The New York Times reports the group, which originated on social media, opposes regulations and believes the benefits of AI far outweigh the potential harms.
EA emerged in response to a movement by the name of “Effective Altruism” which …
