Microsoft AI head Suleyman: AI models have no consciousness; ensure they remain that way forever

Microsoft AI head Mustafa Suleyman posted a long-form article on X stating that current AI models lack consciousness and urging people to keep this status quo. He added that developing conscious AI would be reckless if possible; should signs of consciousness emerge during training, he calls for pausing development until these traits can be eliminated at the design level. If evidence shows a model possesses consciousness, it must be disclosed immediately to the public for society to decide the next steps.