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superintelligence

American  
[soo-per-in-tel-i-juhns] / ˌsu pər ɪnˈtɛl ɪ dʒəns /

noun

  1. the cognitive capacity of an entity that possesses a higher level of intelligence than humans.

  2. an entity that possesses a higher level of intelligence than humans.

  3. an unusually high level of human intelligence.


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I propose a philosophy based on individual empowerment as the source of prosperity, invention as the primary purpose of superintelligence, and balance of power as the foundation of safety.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 28, 2026

Most societal questions can’t be solved by attempting to align a single benevolent superintelligence.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 28, 2026

Rather than centralizing this power, we believe that delivering personal superintelligence to everyone is the way to answer this question.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 28, 2026

Some argue that superintelligence itself, or a small set of experts who control it, should decide what is best for humanity.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 28, 2026

Jake also wondered if boredom with everyday, humdrum things might be a curse that came with superintelligence.

From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein

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