Importance of knowing about AI takeoff
Importance of knowing about AI takeoff is about the "so what?" of knowing which AI takeoff scenario will happen. How will our actions change if we expect a FOOM or a continuous takeoff or some other scenario?
- Weight on AI prepping: In a FOOM scenario it is unlikely that there are any selfish actions that benefit individuals, so one should shift those resources into either altruistic actions (like helping with alignment) or short-term consumption. In contrast, with more continuous takeoff, AI prepping becomes relatively more important.
- Working to mitigate specific threats: e.g. if one expects AI-powered propaganda to be a thing during AI takeoff, then it makes sense to spend time thinking about it now.
