UK science adviser Clifford steps down after joining Anthropic; Anthropic researcher quits over AI safety fears
Matt Clifford has stepped down as chair of the UK government's science and tech research unit after joining Anthropic, following conflict-of-interest concerns from senior MPs. Separately, Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon resigned, citing fears that tech companies are racing toward self-improving AI systems that could spiral out of human control.
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The Guardian : Matt Clifford steps down as the chair of the UK government's science and tech research unit after joining Anthropic, following conflict of interest concerns — Matt Clifford forced to stand down amid disquiet from senior MPs over his new full-time job at AI company
Amrith Ramkumar / Wall Street Journal : Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon says he is quitting the AI industry over fears that tech companies are racing to build systems they won't be able to control — Concerns are rising inside AI labs that competition is pushing tech companies to race toward self-improving models that risk spiraling out of human control
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