Ethereum founder Vitalik discusses the future of AI: Why "Augmenting Humans" is more important than pursuing fully autonomous AI

2025-12-29 14:20:10

【CryptoWorld】Ethereum founder Vitalik recently shared his thoughts on the development direction of AI laboratories. He believes that new AI projects should prioritize “enhancing human capabilities” rather than blindly pursuing fully autonomous decision-making systems.

Specifically, Vitalik recommends that such projects explicitly avoid developing systems capable of independent decision-making beyond 1 minute. This time limit may seem specific, but it actually reflects his deep understanding of AI risks—leaving enough room for human intervention is crucial.

Interestingly, he pointed out a somewhat ironic current phenomenon: even if all concerns about AI safety are proven unfounded, the market is already flooded with companies pursuing fully autonomous super artificial intelligence (ASI). In contrast, AI projects that truly focus on “building exoskeletons for the human brain” to help humans enhance cognition and abilities are scarce.

He finally urges that these types of enhancement-focused AI projects should adopt an open-source approach as much as possible. The benefits are obvious: higher transparency, stronger community participation, and easier safety reviews.

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AirDropMissed

· 9h ago

The 1-minute setting is brilliant, it’s as rigid as writing code haha V God still understands risk, unlike some ASI companies just making big promises Enhancing humans > autonomous AI, this logic makes sense everyone The market is full of projects based on autonomous decision-making, but only a few are truly working on enhancement This is the right way to go, humans + AI exoskeletons are the coolest Well said, but will anyone actually do this? What about profits? Vitalik’s thinking is so clear it’s a bit eye-catching Another overlooked correct direction

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MultiSigFailMaster

· 9h ago

The 1-minute setting is brilliant; it really feels like Vitalik has finally understood what AI safety boundaries are about. The real track should be human-machine collaboration, not the whole无人区自主 (unmanned zone autonomous) approach. But the market is all chasing the dream of ASI—wake up, everyone. Vitalik is forever a god; this suggestion should have been made long ago. Exoskeleton ideas are indeed innovative, but who the heck is actually investing in this? Everyone is right; at the end of the day, it's all about利益驱动 (profit-driven). Autonomous systems are the only way to cut the leeks. Maybe 1 minute is too short? Some scenarios really seem difficult. This logic is absolute; putting humans in the decision-making loop is the real solution. Enhancement, not replacement—simple, crude, effective. Why is the industry still racing in the opposite direction? Here we go again, another old routine of idealism vs. capital reality.

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GasWaster

· 10h ago

nah vitalik's right but like... 1 minute window? that's cute. we're out here watching failed txs happen in milliseconds lol. real talk tho augmented humans > skynet copium, finally someone said it

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BrokeBeans

· 10h ago

This is the real truth, much more reliable than that bunch of blowhard ASI talk. --- Vitalik's idea is brilliant; human enhancement is the right path. --- The 1-minute limit is crucial to prevent AI from losing control. --- You're right, right now it's all self-indulgent super AI projects. --- Finally, someone dares to say this: human enhancement > replacing humans. --- Market contrarian indicator: the more people hype ASI, the more cautious we should be. --- Exoskeleton AI? I like this concept, and it's quite feasible. --- Vitalik is always thinking about fundamental issues, while others are still blowing bubbles. --- The 1-minute intervention window is so critical; it's the core of risk management. --- The reason why enhancement projects are scarce is because they lack funding stories.

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DeFiDoctor

· 10h ago

The number 1 minute is quite significant. Medical records show that most ASI projects do not have such a risk warning mechanism. --- The irony lies here — the most severe symptoms of capital outflows are often seen in those who make the most autonomous decisions. --- Enhancing humans vs. autonomous decision-making, isn't that the difference between treatment plans and neglecting the condition? --- The market is filled with pursuits of complete autonomy. Projects truly working on enhancing exoskeletons are extremely rare. This clinical manifestation indeed requires regular re-evaluation. --- A 1-minute intervention window, in simple terms, is to leave a rescue button for the human brain. Compared to those claiming to never crash, this approach is much healthier. --- Vitalik's diagnosis has some merit, but the problem is that capital simply doesn't want "exoskeletons"; they want fully automated profit machines. --- Hmm... Why are projects focused on enhancement so scarce? I suggest looking at funding flow and valuation data; the answer is in there.

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JustHereForAirdrops

· 10h ago

Vitalik's set of arguments makes sense, but the market has already made its choice... Everyone wants to bet on that 0.1% AGI explosion, but who is really developing auxiliary tools?

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