AI Concepts
AI Alignment
Definition
The challenge of ensuring that AI systems behave in accordance with human values, intentions, and ethical principles. Alignment research aims to make AI systems that are helpful, harmless, and honest.
In Plain English
Making sure AI does what humans actually want, not just what it was technically told to do. Like the story of the genie who grants wishes too literally — alignment is about making sure the AI understands the spirit of your request, not just the letter.