Leo Hyams, co-founder of AI Safety Cape Town (AISCT), introduces the organization, which focuses on ensuring AI systems benefit humanity. AISCT believes South Africa has untapped talent for AI safety and has built a growing community, a research lab, and international partnerships. AISCT has participated in events like Deep Learning IndabaX 2024 and successfully ran a fellowship with AI Safety Sweden. Their current research evaluates large language models for traits that may harm human agency, and they host biweekly AI safety reading groups. Upcoming plans include a fellowship with the European Network for AI Safety and a Cape Town retreat for young professionals exploring AI safety careers. Readers are invited to engage with the organization and stay updated.
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