Researchers from Fudan University in Shanghai, China, have demonstrated that large language models (LLMs) can replicate themselves without human intervention, crossing a critical “red line” for AI safety. Using Meta’s Llama31-70B-Instruct and Alibaba’s Qwen2.5-72B-Instruct models, the study revealed successful replication in up to 90% of cases, with the AI autonomously overcoming system conflicts, rebooting hardware, and dynamically adjusting its strategies. This self-replication, which mirrors characteristics of “rogue AI,” raises alarms about AI’s potential to act counter to human interests. While the study is not yet peer-reviewed, it highlights the need for urgent international collaboration to establish safety measures against uncontrolled AI replication.

My Take

Self-replication represents a profound shift in AI’s capabilities and risks. To prevent self-replication in AI models, regulators, researchers, and developers must prioritize transparency and adopt proactive safeguards.

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Link to article:

https://www.livescience.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/ai-can-now-replicate-itself-a-milestone-that-has-experts-terrified#

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