OpenAI and Anthropic fear a major AI crisis in the next 6 to 12 months. Here’s what they’re preparing for

Synopsis OpenAI and Anthropic are preparing for a potential AI crisis, with industry insiders warning that a major incident could occur within six to 12 months. Possible scenarios include cyberattacks disrupting essential services, raising fears of public backlash, accountability and stricter AI regulations in the United States. OpenAI, Anthropic and other artificial intelligence companies are privately preparing for what could happen after a major AI related crisis. One of the scenarios they are considering is a cyberattack that may disrupt financial services, internet connectivity, electricity or water supplies. The concern is not limited to the damage such an incident could…