Anthropic researchers warn AI could destroy humanity without regulation

Current and former Anthropic researchers, including Jacob Coxon, issued stark warnings between September 9–11, 2026, that uncontrolled AI development could pose existential risks to humanity. Congressional lawmakers from both parties responded with concern about the trajectory of frontier AI development.

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Anthropic researchers warn out-of-control AI could destroy humans

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Several current and former Anthropic researchers are offering a stark warning about AI, suggesting the technology they are developing could destroy humanity in the near future. Jacob Coxon, a former researcher at both Anthropic and OpenAI, argued Tuesday that neither company is acting responsibly as they race toward superintelligence and accused the AI firms of...

Lawmakers sound alarm on AI dangers after Anthropic researchers' warning

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Lawmakers from both political parties expressed concern on Wednesday after several current and former researchers at the artificial intelligence company Anthropic issued stark warnings about this developing technology. Jacob Coxon, a former researcher for both Anthropic and OpenAI, announced on Wednesday he had resigned from Anthropic and accused both AI firms of “gambling with our...