"Since the AI boom kicked off with ChatGPT's debut about three years ago, the technology's breathtaking capabilities have amazed the world. Tech companies have raced to develop better AI systems even as experts warn of its risks, including existential threats like engineered pandemics, large-scale misinformation or rogue AIs running out of control, and call for safeguards.The U.N.'s adoption of a new governance architecture is the latest and biggest effort to rein in AI."
"Last month, the General Assembly adopted a resolution to set up two key bodies on AI - a global forum and an independent scientific panel of experts - in a milestone move to shepherd global governance efforts for the technology.On Wednesday, a U.N. Security Council meeting will convene an open debate on the issue. Among the questions to be addressed: How can the Council help ensure the responsible application of AI to comply with international law and support peace processes and conflict prevention?"
Artificial intelligence has rapidly advanced since ChatGPT's debut, driving technological competition while raising warnings about risks such as engineered pandemics, large-scale misinformation, and uncontrolled rogue AIs. The United Nations adopted a governance architecture that creates a Global Dialogue on AI Governance and an independent scientific panel to shepherd international AI governance. Previous multilateral summits produced only non-binding pledges. The U.N. Security Council will hold an open debate on responsible AI use under international law and its role in peace and conflict prevention. Recruitment will begin for 40 panel experts, including co-chairs from developed and developing countries.
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