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Microsoft's AI chief warned that treating AI as conscious is a huge mistake and criticized Anthropic's Claude training, saying it would have a disastrous impact on human wellbeing.
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Microsoft AI chief warns against treating AI as conscious and criticizes Anthropic's Claude training
Microsoft AI CEO says AI threats are real, and Anthropic is making it worse
The Verge AI · 17 Sept 2026, 13:36
Microsoft AI chief warns Anthropic not to put ideas in Claude's head
The Register AI + ML · 17 Sept 2026, 12:15
Uncontrolled AI could lead to 'silicon species' rivalling humans, warns Microsoft
BBC Technology · 17 Sept 2026, 08:22
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