The original Paperclip Maximiser thought experiment reimagined as a fictional story. We explore what happens when an artificial intelligence system is given a simple goal — and follows it with perfect logic, but no understanding of human consequences.
AI aids wildlife protection but faces hurdles like funding, reliability, infrastructure, and ethics. Ensuring sustainability, security, and integration is key to scaling beyond pilot projects into effective conservation solutions.
Instant Detect 2.0 is a ZSL-led project combining AI camera traps with satellite connectivity. Designed for remote areas, it filters threat images in real time and alerts rangers, helping to combat wildlife crime and protect endangered species worldwide.
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