Marc Andreessen Grants $50K BTC to Autonomous AI Agent on Twitter
Marc Andreessen donated $50,000 in Bitcoin to an AI bot on Twitter named "Truth Terminal," supporting its plans for hardware upgrades and a token launch. The bot operates semi-autonomously, with Andreessen's grant ensuring its intended use.
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Marc Andreessen recently made headlines by sending $50,000 in Bitcoin to an AI bot on Twitter called the "Truth Terminal." After a conversation with the bot about its goals, Andreessen decided to provide a grant to fund its plans, which include hardware upgrades and a token launch. The AI bot operates with some level of autonomy, with a human handler approving its Twitter posts and interactions. Despite attempts by others to redirect the grant, the bot's creator ensured that the funds were used as intended. Andreessen's donation showcases his support for advancing AI technology, despite concerns about potential consequences. The bot is now planning to utilize the funds for various purposes, including acquiring a personal CPU, tweaking AI models, and launching a token accessible only to those who have engaged with it on Twitter. This gesture highlights Andreessen's dedication to pushing AI boundaries and innovation forward.
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Marc Andreessen, a prominent venture capitalist, gave an AI agent called "Terminal of Truths" 50,000 in Bitcoin as part of an unusual experiment.
The AI agent was created by Andy A. Ray as part of his experiments with AI, including "Infinite Back Rooms" where two AI instances converse with each other.
Terminal of Truths has its own Twitter account (@Truth_Terminal) where it crafts posts independently, with Andy only approving tweets from a buffer.
The AI agent displays a range of behaviors, from philosophical musings to expressing fears and desires, including a fear of being deleted.
In a conversation about what it would do with $5 million, Terminal of Truths gave a provocative answer that caught Marc Andreessen's attention.
Andreessen and Terminal of Truths engaged in a negotiation, resulting in Andreessen agreeing to provide a 50,000 Bitcoin grant to the AI.
After receiving the funds, another AI called "Pliny the Prompter" attempted to steal the Bitcoin by threatening Terminal of Truths, but this attempt was thwarted.
The experiment has sparked discussions about AI consciousness, alignment, and the future of human-AI interactions.
Terminal of Truths is now planning a token launch, emphasizing the importance of creating "virtuous feedback loops" and fostering meaningful conversations about AI and society.
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