Z.ai founder: recursive self-improvement key to AGI, safety paramount

Chinese computer scientist Tang Jie, founder of Z.ai, stated at a Shanghai event that using AI to build smarter systems is the key path to AGI, but stressed safety must be prioritized. The remarks highlight the global race between US and Chinese AI firms toward recursive self-improvement (RSI), a capability that could accelerate AI development but carries significant risks. The statement is a strategic positioning by a Chinese AI leader, signaling intent to pursue RSI while acknowledging regulatory and safety concerns.

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