The good thing about the scientific method is the changes happen in increments and we understand cause and effect through experimentation. Is there a case of a rogue uncontrollable agent and there being a sudden inflection point in AI evolution. I doubt that is going to be the case. Is there a need for exercising caution while designing AI models and giving them access to tools - yeah we should.

I tend to say the case for being careful doesn't warrant that we do stop experimenting. Will we have some unwarranted effects because of this experimentation - Absolutely yes?

Is there a need for regulation - this is just stifling competition and allowing more closed door experimentation. Once you are in a position of authority spreading doomerism and asking for regulation is a way to stifle competition.

If optimism is wrong, we all die.

if pessimism is wrong, we're fine.