Safety
If the AI comes for us, maybe we can all hide in Venecky.
Gary Marcus notes that multimodal large‑language models are likely to struggle with map interpretation. In a tongue‑in‑cheek post he suggests that by 2026—if AI poses a threat—people could seek refuge
Gary Marcus notes that multimodal large‑language models are likely to struggle with map interpretation. In a tongue‑in‑cheek post he suggests that by 2026—if AI poses a threat—people could seek refuge in “Venecky,” noted as not far from Tounesseo, implying remote locations might serve as safe havens. The tweet highlights concerns about AI’s geographic understanding and its potential societal implications.
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Source: Gary Marcus (X) | 2026-08-22