Vernor Vinge
(3 articles)
1958
Singularity
Hypothetical future point at which technological growth becomes uncontrollable and irreversible, resulting in unforeseeable changes to human civilization.
Generality: 800
1965
Intelligence Explosion
Hypothetical scenario where an AI system rapidly improves its own capabilities and intelligence, leading to a superintelligent AI far surpassing human intelligence.
Generality: 575
1998
Fast Takeoff
Rapid transition from human-level to superintelligent AI, occurring in a very short period of time.
Generality: 504