Tech Moguls and Veterans Prepare for AI Apocalypse
As concerns about artificial intelligence grow, some individuals, including billionaires and military veterans, are taking steps to prepare for potential catastrophic scenarios.
The escalating discussions around the potential dangers of artificial intelligence have prompted some individuals to prepare for worst-case scenarios, according to recent reports. These preparations range from securing personal survival shelters to stockpiling resources and training in tactical operations.
Drew Miller, a former U.S. Air Force intelligence officer, believes that advanced AI could pose an existential threat to humanity. He has been actively involved in developing preparedness strategies for such events. Miller's operation, Fortitude Ranch, manages eight survival properties across the United States, designed to offer refuge in the event of societal collapse, civil war, nuclear attack, or widespread power failures. These ranches provide individuals with access to secure, underground bunkers, stocked with necessary supplies.
Miller's advice for evading rogue AI includes making oneself as non-threatening as possible. He has stated that he is receiving numerous inquiries about the potential AI threat.
Fortitude Ranch's locations are spread out across remote areas of the U.S. The facilities were initially conceived to prepare for a variety of catastrophic events.
People can purchase access to rooms within these ranches for use during times of societal upheaval.
Beyond survival shelters, some groups are focusing on preparedness through combat readiness. Cody Beckner, a member of the Virginia Kekoas militia, trains extensively in firearms, military tactics, and survival skills. Beckner believes weapons will be crucial in a scenario where supercharged AI might attack humanity.
While the idea of an AI-driven apocalypse may seem sudden to many, the concept of AI threats has been discussed for decades. Some individuals, like Ulrik Horn, have designed specialized equipment such as pop-up clean air capsules intended to protect occupants from airborne biological agents.
These efforts reflect a growing number of people preparing for a range of potential disasters.
Miller's operation, Fortitude Ranch, operates eight survival ranches in remote locations.