AI Workplace Concerns: Anthropic and OpenAI Employees Speak Out

In this episode, we explore the rising workplace concerns among AI workers, particularly at Anthropic and OpenAI. Employees are voicing their apprehensions about the ethical risks associated with AI development and are calling for enhanced whistleblower protections. As the AI industry continues to grow and evolve rapidly, these concerns highlight the critical need for responsible AI practices and the importance of addressing the well-being and safety of those working on the frontlines of this transformative technology.

Sources:
https://www.businessinsider.com/anthropic-ai-jobs-3-years-left-work-agi-2024-6
https://africa.businessinsider.com/careers/gen-z-anthropic-worker-fears-ai-may-replace-her-job-within-3-years/1ngz30p
https://www.engadget.com/former-openai-google-and-anthropic-workers-are-asking-ai-companies-for-more-whistleblower-protections-175916744.html
https://www.medianama.com/2024/06/223-ai-researchers-ask-greater-whistleblower-protections/
https://deadline.com/2024/06/ai-risk-levels-suppressed-claims-letter-openai-google-deepmind-employees-1235960293/
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/current-former-openai-employees-warn-company-not-doing-enough-control-dangers-of-ai

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:38) Workplace Concerns Rise Among AI Workers and Anthropic Employees
(00:02:13) OpenAI Employees Raise Concerns Over AI's Ethical Risks and Call for Whistleblower Protections