AI Doomsday Debate Grows As Optimism Fades

A debate is emerging over whether artificial intelligence could bring about the end of the world, as boundless optimism about the technology fades. The discussion has intensified among researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders, with some warning that advanced AI systems could pose existential risks to humanity.

Others argue that such fears are exaggerated and that AI's potential benefits far outweigh the dangers. The growing divide reflects a broader shift in public sentiment, as early enthusiasm gives way to more cautious