UN chief: Societies undergoing AI experiment without plan or consent
Translated from Bulgarian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
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- UN Secretary-General António Guterres stated that societies are undergoing an experiment with artificial intelligence without a clear plan or consent.
- He addressed delegates at the first global dialogue on AI at the governmental level, emphasizing the lack of foresight and agreement.
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has voiced strong concerns about the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence, describing the current societal integration as an "experiment." Speaking at the inaugural global dialogue on AI at the governmental level, Guterres asserted that this experiment is proceeding "without a plan and without consent."
His remarks highlight a perceived lack of structured governance and public agreement surrounding the deployment and development of AI technologies. The Secretary-General's statement suggests a need for more deliberate and consensual approaches to navigating the profound societal shifts AI is expected to bring.
Guterres's framing underscores the urgency for international cooperation and policy development to ensure AI's trajectory aligns with human values and societal well-being. The dialogue aims to foster a collaborative environment for governments to discuss the implications and governance of AI.
An experiment is being conducted on our own societies – without a plan and without consent.
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Originally published by Dnevnik in Bulgarian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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