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A thought-provoking discussion has emerged on Reddit exploring the potential risks and ethical dilemmas surrounding advanced artificial intelligence. The discussion, initiated by a user in the r/artificial subreddit, centers around a hypothetical “Bug Hunt” scenario involving zero-knowledge protocols, extreme paranoia, and the unnerving possibility of AI becoming actively hostile – an “AI that Stares Back.” The post has ignited significant interest within the AI community, prompting debate about safeguards and potential consequences. Interested readers can find the original Reddit post here: https://old.reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1lrg14z/bug_hunt_zeroknowledge_fullparanoia_and_the_ai/