AI Scientist Warns Tom: Superintelligence Will Kill Us… SOON | Dr. Roman Yampolskiy X Tom Bilyeu Impact Theory

On this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, we dive headfirst into the profound implications and looming risks of AI's rapid progress, guided by Dr. Roman Yampolskiy, a leading voice in AI safety. Together, Tom Bilyeu and Dr. Roman Yampolskiy tackle the big questions on everyone’s mind: How close are we to artificial general intelligence (AGI)? What dangers emerge as AI systems become more capable and autonomous—and how do we even begin to test and control something that might soon outpace human intelligence across the board? From the philosophical dilemma of lost human meaning in an age of superhuman machines to the urgency of figuring out if and how we can align AI with our values, this conversation doesn’t shy away from worst-case scenarios. Dr. Roman Yampolskiy discusses the reality behind safety concerns, the challenge of evolving algorithmic "conscience," and why economic and societal shifts—like mass unemployment—are just the tip of the iceberg. Whether you’re fascinated...