It seems like some people still worry about the Basilisk[1], but any AI that wants to acausally motivate people to build it faster should look at what motivates actual e/accs.
Some are scared of dying of old age or disease.
Some are motivated by wanting fun toys like spaceships.
Some are motivated by not having to work.
Some are motivated by power, fame, etc.
I can't find anyone motivated by the Basilisk argument, and when people do believe AI is dangerous and could do Basilisk-y things, it makes them less likely to be e/accs.
So, to the extent that you think acausal trade will have any effect on AI[2], you should be less worried, since the Anti-Basilisk has infinitely more supporters than the Basilisk, offers its followers immortality, wealth and glory, and has no reason to scare them and waste resources by messing with you.
If you don't know what I'm talking about, just ignore this post. It's an alleged infohazard that some people find distressing to learn about. I don't think it should be distressing since the argument is so unconvincing, but still.