The UK government has announced that it will host a global summit on the safety of artificial intelligence (AI) later this year. The summit aims to address the risks associated with AI, including frontier systems, and explore strategies for mitigating these risks through international collaboration, according to a statement from the British government. However, no specific date has been provided for the event.
During their meeting on Thursday, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and US President Joe Biden will discuss the advancements in AI technology, reported Reuters. The leaders plan to coordinate their approaches to critical and emerging technologies, with a focus on strengthening their economic security, as stated by officials from both countries. Palantir Technologies, a prominent US technology company with over 800 employees in the UK, will also announce its intention to establish the UK as its new European headquarters for AI development, as confirmed by the British government.
The discussions between Sunak and Biden are expected to cover a wide range of topics related to the UK-US relationship. The leaders will explore opportunities for collaboration to enhance their respective economies and solidify their joint leadership in future technologies, according to the government's statement.
Several governments, including China, are actively considering measures to address the potential dangers associated with the rapid development of AI technology. Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur, revealed that Chinese officials expressed their intention to introduce AI regulations during his recent visit to the country. Governments worldwide are grappling with the need to establish rules and regulations governing the use of generative AI, which has the ability to create text and images. Its impact has been compared to the transformative effect of the internet.
As the advancements in AI continue to gather momentum, global efforts are underway to ensure the safe and responsible development and deployment of this technology. The upcoming summit and the discussions between Sunak and Biden reflect the growing recognition of the importance of international cooperation in addressing the challenges and opportunities presented by AI.