The Global Risk Summit on Artificial Intelligence (AI) held at Bletchley Park, near London, brought together selected experts, ministers and business leaders to discuss the dangers posed by the rise of this technology. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres stressed the need for a “united, sustainable and comprehensive” response to these risks.
In his closing speech, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said AI’s “successes” could benefit humanity, provided we have the political will and ability to control the technology in the long term. He also highlighted the need for international cooperation to address the challenges posed by AI.
One of the main concerns raised at the summit is fake AI-generated online content, such as deepfake videos, which can be used for disinformation. Participants discussed establishing standards and tools to distinguish authentic content from content generated or manipulated by AI.
Generative AI has seen significant advances in recent years and raises both hopes and fears. While it presents promising possibilities in areas such as medicine and education, it can also pose a threat, notably by enabling the manufacture of weapons or by escaping human control.
The United Kingdom wanted to take the lead in international cooperation on the potential dangers of AI and announced several initiatives, including the holding of international summits in the coming months. The aim is to strengthen AI governance and establish protocols for testing and evaluating AI models before their release.
In conclusion, the global summit on the risks of artificial intelligence highlighted the need for a united and cooperative approach to confront the challenges posed by this technology. It is essential to develop standards and tools to ensure responsible and secure use of AI, while exploiting its potential for the benefit of all.