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James Cameron has voiced his concerns that artificial intelligence could one day lead to a real-world situation similar to the one depicted in his 1984 sci-fi classic 'The Terminator'.
While the 'Avatar' and 'Titanic' director has previously explored ways AI could help reduce production costs in the film industry, he told Rolling Stone that he remains uneasy about its potential risks — especially when combined with advanced weapon systems. James Cameron highlighted the dangers of integrating AI with military technology, including nuclear defence operations, noting that such systems operate at speeds that may require decision-making beyond human capacity. He acknowledged that keeping humans in control might seem like a safeguard, but warned that human error has historically brought the world close to catastrophic conflict.
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James Cameron Lists Three Existential Threats
The filmmaker said he believes humanity is now facing a pivotal moment where three existential threats — environmental destruction, nuclear weapons, and artificial super-intelligence — are all escalating simultaneously. While he admitted that AI could potentially offer solutions, he stressed that the opposite outcome is also possible.
Last year, James Cameron joined the board of directors at Stability AI, not with the primary goal of financial gain, but to better understand how developers work, what they aim to achieve, and how such technology could be integrated into visual effects workflows.
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Beyond his AI commentary, Cameron is busy with multiple projects. 'Avatar: Fire and Ash', the third entry in the blockbuster franchise, is scheduled for release on 19th December and is set to be the longest instalment so far. He is also collaborating with Billie Eilish on a mysterious project that he has described as highly unique, with early hints revealed during her recent Manchester concert.
James Cameron also made headlines this summer for his criticism of Christopher Nolan’s 'Oppenheimer', arguing that the film avoided deeper moral discussion around the Hiroshima bombing.
