You are right about the smaller is faster and local being more capable of reacting. But Eliezer’s arguments are predicated on there being a type of AI that can change itself without deviation from a purpose. So an AI that splits itself into two may deviate in capability, but should share the same purpose.
Whether such an AI is possible or would be effective in the world is another matter.
You are right about the smaller is faster and local being more capable of reacting. But Eliezer’s arguments are predicated on there being a type of AI that can change itself without deviation from a purpose. So an AI that splits itself into two may deviate in capability, but should share the same purpose.
Whether such an AI is possible or would be effective in the world is another matter.