A researcher formerly involved in AI development warns that artificial intelligence could potentially lead to the downfall of humanity within years, prompting tech companies to call for a slowdown in its development. This has spurred debate regarding the implementation of an “emergency stop,” or “kill switch,” to avert a potential AI-driven catastrophe. Pontus Johnson, a researcher at KTH, expresses skepticism that such a measure would ultimately prove effective. He believes that if AI technology reaches a sufficient level of intelligence, a “kill switch” would be insufficient to control it. The discussion underscores the growing concerns about the potential risks associated with rapidly advancing AI. The possibility of AI surpassing human control remains a central theme in the ongoing debate.