Microsoft says AI rival Anthropic could have 'disastrous impact' on humanity

Microsoft has expressed concerns that the AI startup Anthropic could have a 'disastrous impact' on humanity if it continues to advance its AI capabilities without proper safeguards. The company's president, Brad Smith, wrote in a blog post that Anthropic's AI system, which is designed to be more conversational and human-like, could potentially be used for malicious purposes, such as spreading disinformation or even creating autonomous weapons. Smith called for greater regulation of the AI industry and for companies to prioritize transparency and accountability in their AI development processes.