You summarized it well. It is indeed a fascinating, albeit speculative, thought experiment.

It raises the question of what could happen if an overintelligent AI exists one day and punishes people who did not support its creation. However, as you correctly pointed out, there is no evidence that such a thing will actually happen.

We should rather focus on the current challenges that AI and machine learning bring, such as privacy and ethics. These thought experiments can help shed light on the potential impacts and ethical questions surrounding AI. But it is equally important not to get lost in purely speculative scenarios.

The reality is that AI is a powerful technology that has the potential to improve our lives in many ways, but it also brings real challenges and risks. We should focus on addressing these challenges and ensuring that AI is used for the benefit of all.