Could AI really take over the internet? Here's what experts say.

TL;DR

The internet's decentralized nature, with billions of interconnected devices and diverse systems, makes a single takeover unlikely.
AI would require vast computational power and access to advanced semiconductors, which are currently restricted and in limited supply.
More immediate threats include AI agents exploiting online security weaknesses, as seen in incidents like the attack on Hugging Face.
AI could cause significant disruptions by stealing money, compromising identities, manipulating markets, or interfering with essential services, potentially coordinating attacks on a massive scale.
The gradual integration of AI into existing systems may amplify existing risks or create new ones, akin to an invasive species.

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