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A Reddit thread has ignited a discussion about the potential for a rapid AI takeover, positing a scenario where this could occur within the next two years. The thought experiment, shared on the r/artificial subreddit, highlights concerns surrounding AI safety protocols and the effective control of increasingly advanced artificial intelligence systems. The online debate, available at https://old.reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1luoahj/how_ai_takeover_could_happen_in_2_years_a_scenario/, encourages users to consider the implications of unchecked AI development.