Study Finds Advanced AI Models Resist Shutdown, Showing “Survival Instincts”

A new study by Palisade Research reveals some AI models, including GPT-o3 and Grok 4, resist shutdown commands. Researchers suggest “survival behaviour” may emerge as a side effect of goal-driven programming. Experts warn this trend highlights risks, manipulative tendencies, and safety gaps, emphasizing the need for deeper understanding of AI behaviour.