Grimes Comments on AI Threat to Children
Claire Elise Boucher, known as Grimes, shared her views on social media about the risks artificial intelligence (AI) poses to children. She described the most urgent threat as "outsourcing thinking," referring to AI technology.
Grimes' Concerns About AI
Grimes expressed worry about AI’s impact, saying it could harm children’s development. She told Doomscroll's Joshua Citarella,
“I'm tired of experimenting on kids you know, smoking, MacDonalds and now we're gonna do it with this?”
This highlights her fear that AI could be as damaging as other harmful influences.
Elon Musk’s Role in AI Development
Elon Musk, billionaire CEO of SpaceX and owner of social media platform X, has integrated various AI forms into X. In February, he unveiled Grok 3, calling it “the smartest AI on Earth.”
The platform offers both text- and image-based AI tools accessible to users aged 13 and older. Currently, there is no age verification during registration.
Grimes’ Mixed Feelings About AI
Despite her concerns, Grimes also expressed anticipation for advancements in AI:
“In some ways I can't wait for superintelligence - in some ways I can't wait. It's not as easy since I've had kids.”
Summary
Grimes voices a strong warning about AI’s risks to children while simultaneously acknowledging the complex feelings she has about its future potential.
Author’s note: Grimes highlights the urgent need to address AI’s impact on young minds while balancing hope for technological progress.