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The AI Backlash Has Tech Executives Fearing for Their Lives

Tech executives are increasingly fearing for their lives amid a growing backlash against artificial intelligence, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The article details how threats and harassment have escalated as public concern over AI's societal impact intensifies.

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https://www.wsj.com/us-news/the-ai-backlash-has-tech-executives-fearing-for-their-lives-30c43972 Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48940303

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