United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres warns that there is little time left for humanity to manage and plan for the development of artificial intelligence (AI). Guterres launched the U.N.’s own AI Advisory Body ahead of the world’s first global AI Safety Summit, which will take place next week in the United Kingdom. The U.N. body aims to assess the potential risks and benefits of AI and determine how to regulate its use internationally.
The advisory body will be inclusive and based on the universal values of the United Nations Charter. It will include members from academia, technology experts, politicians, and the private sector. Guterres wants the U.N. body to make official recommendations in three key areas by the end of 2023, focusing on international governance and understanding the risks and opportunities associated with AI. One goal is to monitor existing AI governance initiatives and work swiftly before serious AI problems arise.
While AI has the potential for positive impacts, especially in healthcare and drug development, there are concerns about its risks. Guterres recognizes both the benefits and risks of AI, noting the potential to aid developing nations while cautioning against its malicious use. The U.N. AI Advisory Body’s launch coincides with the creation of an AI Safety Fund by major technology companies. Additionally, President Joe Biden is preparing to announce an executive order on AI regulation shortly before the AI Safety Summit.
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