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“We are developing things that could go wrong in a profound way” quote by Seán O'Heigeartaigh
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“We are developing things that could go wrong in a profound way”

Seán O'Heigeartaigh

About This Quote

Source Speech: Tech conference keynote on AI safety, 2022

Innovations can have severe unintended consequences if not carefully managed.

In simple terms: New tech may cause big problems.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize safety and oversight in development.

Themes

technology risk responsibility future planning

Mood

cautious forward‑thinking

Type

practical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • product design
  • policy making
  • public health initiatives
  • infrastructure projects

Key Concepts

AI safety systems engineering

Questions to Reflect On

  • What safeguards are essential for your projects?
  • How can you balance innovation with caution?
A Different Perspective

May overstate risk, causing paralysis.

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