US Leads Global AI Safety Efforts
International Collaboration on AI Safety
The United States is recognized as a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI). However, the US government acknowledges the need for international cooperation to manage the risks associated with AI technology.
At an international summit on AI Safety in Seoul, Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo announced the formation of a global network of AI safety institutes. This network will include the US, UK, Japan, Canada, and other allies, working together to mitigate the risks posed by AI. Raimondo also encouraged other nations to join this initiative.
“Recent advances in AI carry exciting, life-changing potential for our society, but only if we do the hard work to mitigate the very real dangers,”
Secretary Raimondo emphasized the importance of international cooperation to ensure that AI regulations uphold human rights, safety, and trust.
US-China AI Dialogue
The US government has previously highlighted the importance of managing AI risks, and the Biden administration is continuing these efforts. A significant step was taken when President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed to hold talks on AI risks and safety during a meeting in November. This dialogue has opened a line of communication between the two superpowers.
Global AI Safety Declaration
The international summit in Seoul culminated in a significant agreement. Representatives from over 28 countries, including the US, members of the EU, and China, signed a declaration warning about the rapid and uncertain advancement of AI. The declaration highlighted the potential for AI to cause “serious, even catastrophic, harm.”
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Is anyone else worried about the potential for unchecked power here?
Forming this network seems like a game-changer for international policies on AI!
Isn’t it ironic how the US is now focusing on AI safety after spreading surveillance tech worldwide?
Just another move in the global chess game of tech dominance!
Finally, the US is taking AI safety seriously—not sure if I should be relieved or worried.