The United Nations is stepping up its game to ensure that humanity doesn’t get overshadowed by the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). In a historic move, the UN General Assembly has given a unanimous thumbs-up to the first-ever global resolution on AI.
Picture this: Countries from every corner of the globe, including the heavyweight champs like the United States and China, have come together with over 120 other nations to say, “Hey AI, we’re watching you!” Led by the U.S. Ambassador to the UN, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, the message is loud and clear: we’re taking the reins on AI before it takes over our lives.
“Today, all 193 members of the United Nations General Assembly have spoken in one voice, and together, chosen to govern artificial intelligence rather than let it govern us,”
-U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield said.
Why all the fuss, you ask? Well, AI might sound like something straight out of a sci-fi blockbuster, but it’s got some serious real-world implications. We’re talking about potential threats to our privacy, our rights, and even our jobs! But the UN resolution aims to fix it.
The United Nations General Assembly has unanimously adopted the world’s first global resolution on artificial intelligence, aimed at safeguarding human rights, protecting personal data, and monitoring AI for potential risks (Image credit) DetailsThe United Nations just made a big move to control artificial intelligence (AI) worldwide. They agreed on a plan to make sure AI doesn’t cause trouble. Here’s the lowdown on what this plan is all about:
So, what’s the bottom line? The UN’s plan is a big step towards making sure AI doesn’t cause chaos. With everyone working together, we’ve got a better shot at keeping AI in check and making sure it helps, not hurts, us all, hopefully.
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