In recent news, OpenAI, a non-profit artificial intelligence research organisation, has received funding from Microsoft. This has set off waves of speculation in the technology industry as to whether this deal could cause disruption or even fear.

OpenAI aims to develop artificial general intelligence (AGI), sometimes referred to as strong AI, meaning machines that are able to think and learn on their own. This could lead to potential advances for medical technology, security systems, or even robotics and autonomous vehicles. OpenAI has already been responsible for a few advances such as house robots and automated video game playing.

Microsoft’s multi-million dollar deal with OpenAI sparked fears from some in the technology industry. They worry that a company as powerful as Microsoft could choose to fund a project that could lead to dangerous artificial intelligence. This could bring about unknown consequences and potential disruption and chaos into the world. On the other hand, others argue that Microsoft’s investment is a sign they are supporting the development of artificial general intelligence – something that might benefit humanity.

However, Microsoft does have a plan in place when it comes to the technology they are investing in. Microsoft has stringent guidelines to ensure the safety and security of the consumer when using their products and services. Microsoft has promised to only allow the technology to be used for “good” which means the technology must pass certain ethical and legal requirements.

Overall, OpenAI’s latest funding won’t have an immediate impact on the technology world. It will take time for the effects of the funding to be felt and for both companies to begin rolling out their plans. In the long term however, this could be an important investment in the development of artificial general intelligence (AGI) and might be something to both be excited but also cautiously wary of. In the meantime, Microsoft and OpenAI should focus on projects that are designed to enable progress in artificial intelligence to benefit humanity in the most positive way.