So, his achievements are behind closed doors but he is trying to have worldwide impact? Sure...
I mean, do you not know what the singularity is? I'm pretty sure it'd have a worldwide impact.
something we naturally do
Actually, in the past truthseeking was philosophy, not science. People didn't go out and observe. Science was a process that was widely accepted only relatively recently.
they are rehashing of truth in a weird manner.
I mean ... yeah? That's what happens when you put ideas together.
you named ZERO achievements, just named what he does as a job at a company that looks no different than average AI startup.
Okay: started an AI company that, from an outside view, looks no different from an average AI startup. That's one.
... is FUCKING WEIRD!
Sure. So? It logically follows if you assume the premises he's working off are correct. I'll list them out for you.
Other AI researchers aren't as concerned with AI safety.
If Eliezer releases his research, someone will use it to get us closer to the singularity.
He thinks he can get us to a singularity that won't kill everyone.