Who is fueling the backlash against AI safety?
Model Republic, in an analysis shared by The Midas Project, argues that industry-linked political groups helped amplify attacks on AI safety advocates after a former Anthropic employee's viral resignation.
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Model Republic's September 25, 2026 analysis, shared by The Midas Project, describe examining over 10,000 tweets collected with help from AI tools. It identifies Innovation Council Action as a central force in the backlash, saying the anti-regulation group had plans to spend at least $100 million influencing elections. The article says the group's donors are unknown and notes that some vocal critics have no known industry ties. It also acknowledges substantial funding for AI safety groups and argues that scrutiny of funding and motives should apply to both sides.
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Who is fueling the backlash against AI safety?
Model Republic, in an analysis shared by The Midas Project, argues that industry-linked political groups helped amplify attacks on AI safety advocates after a former Anthropic employee's viral resignation.