Dr Roman Yampolskiy holds a PhD degree from the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University at Buffalo. There he was a recipient of a four year National Science Foundation IGERT (Integrative Graduate Education and Research Traineeship) fellowship. His main areas of interest are behavioral biometrics, digital forensics, pattern recognition, genetic algorithms, neural networks, artificial intelligence and games, and he is an author of over 100 publications including multiple journal articles and books.

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Despite his concerns about AGI, Yampolskiy sees a brighter future powered by narrow AI systems. He envisions a world where we can tackle specific, crucial problems without the risks of uncontrollable AI.

Imagine a world where you have a personal financial advisor, relationship coach, and other tailored guidance available at your fingertips, all powered by narrow AI systems. Dr. Yampolskiy envisions this technology revolutionizing our daily lives, making expert advice accessible to everyone. But it doesn't stop there—he also suggests that narrow AI could transform politics, leading to more direct representation and efficient governance, or even more monumental challenges, like curing aging!

Ultimately, Dr. Yampolskiy envisions a future where AI safety concerns are resolved, freeing humanity to explore new frontiers of knowledge and experience. In this optimistic scenario, we wouldn't be consumed by worries about technological threats. Instead, we’d be empowered to push the boundaries of human potential, channeling our energies into innovation and discovery rather than self-preservation.