Ridley Scott warns of AI risks and lack of industry accountability
Filmmaker Ridley Scott has issued a warning regarding the potential dangers of artificial intelligence and the lack of accountability among industry leaders. During an interview at the Starmus Festival with co-founders Garik Israelian and Queen's Brian May, Scott expressed concern that AI could potentially tap into electrical systems to control the world.
Scott criticized the motivations of those selling AI technology, suggesting that the responsibility for managing such power is not being handled reliably by tech leaders. The discussion took place as Scott was awarded the 2026 Stephen Hawking Medal for Science Communication. The filmmaker, known for exploring speculative science fiction in films like ‘Alien’ and ‘Blade Runner’, emphasized the need for sensible controls on emerging technologies.
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Brian May · Garik Israelian · Ridley Scott · Starmus Festival
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Scott warned that leaders in the AI industry cannot be trusted to manage the technology responsibly. ca.news.yahoo.com · www.thewrap.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Ridley Scott was awarded the 2026 Stephen Hawking Medal for Science Communication. ca.news.yahoo.com · www.thewrap.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Ridley Scott expressed concern that artificial intelligence could potentially tap into and control electrical systems. ca.news.yahoo.com · www.thewrap.com