AI Futures Project unveils its ambitious AI 2040 scenario: Plan A

An Ambitious Scenario for the Future of AI

The AI Futures Project has recently completed a major initiative titled AI 2040: Plan A. This scenario, which required a year of intensive work, offers a detailed vision of what the future of artificial intelligence could look like.

Unlike a prediction, Plan A is a recommendation. It is not about what will necessarily happen, but rather what the project considers desirable and plausible. The scenario envisions that the creation of superintelligence will be delayed until 2040, thanks to decisive interventions from the American and Chinese governments. Without these actions, this advancement could have occurred as early as 2030.

A Detailed and Pragmatic Approach

The AI 2040: Plan A scenario stands out for its methodical approach, avoiding abstract generalizations such as fatalism or utopia. Compared to AI 2027, this new scenario emphasizes that summaries do not truly do justice to the entirety of the project, which is designed to be detailed and comprehensive.

It is a step-by-step plan that can be accessed at ai-2040.com. The site offers an enriched experience on desktop, although audio and mobile versions are also available.

Next Steps for the AI Futures Project

The AI Futures Project is now preparing to receive and respond to feedback generated by AI 2040: Plan A. The future of the project remains open, with the possibility of launching a new large-scale scenario. However, the creation of such mega-projects requires a significant amount of time and resources, which influences future decisions.

The project has already experimented with both forecasting and planning, and its overall mission is to contribute to the harmonious development of AGI.