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In my latest issue brief for the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI), I analyze the 78th UNGA session's unanimous adoption of China’s resolution on "Enhancing International Cooperation on Capacity-Building of AI." This resolution, supported by over 140 countries, aims to foster a secure, inclusive environment for AI development across both developed and developing nations. It addresses the growing strategic competition in AI, echoing past arms races, and emphasizes ethical standards for AI. The resolution promotes global cooperation and supports developing nations in bridging the technological gap. Read more about its implications for human security and strategic stability. #AI #UNGA #GlobalCooperation #HumanSecurity #TechEthics Full Text: ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/dkQrWZ5Q

The BRICS group has long sought to challenge Western domination of technologies and infrastructures. Today, cooperation on artificial intelligence is increasingly on its radar. Read the white paper (https://m.ebsco.is/ugXlW) to discover how the group's role in international AI governance is poised to expand, with several emerging trends warranting attention.

Welcome to our deep dive into "The AI Arms Race." In this video, we'll explore the escalating competition in artificial intelligence development between the United States and its allies versus global powers like China, Russia, and other BRICS nations. Discover how these countries are investing heavily in AI technology to gain strategic advantages in economics, military capabilities, and global influence. We'll analyze the key players, their technological advancements, and the potential implications for international relations and security. Join us as we unpack: The current state of AI development in major countries How AI is reshaping global power dynamics The ethical and security concerns surrounding AI advancements What this means for the future of innovation and international cooperation https://lnkd.in/duhXiAyv

At Vision Weekend Europe, Trent McConaghy (Ocean Protocol) explored two critical competitive fronts in AI. The first race is to achieve artificial general intelligence (AGI) and artificial superintelligence (ASI), driven by significant investments and geopolitical stakes. McConaghy emphasized that this rapid advancement could lead to ASI emerging within a few years. The second race is focused on developing Human Superintelligence (HSI) through brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) and other technologies to enhance human cognitive capabilities. He argued that to stay relevant alongside superintelligent AIs, humanity must actively develop and integrate these technologies, ensuring we remain a key player in future evolution. Watch the full recording here: https://lnkd.in/gYnqusje

I analyzed Türkiye’s strategic balancing efforts amid US China AI confrontation in a commentary for RUSI. It delves into how Türkiye navigates the complex techno-political rivalry between the U.S. and China👇🏼 #AIGeopolitics #TechnoPolitics

The Biden administration has announced a two-day international gathering in San Francisco, scheduled for November 20 and 21. This meeting will bring together government scientists and AI experts from at least nine countries, alongside representatives from the European Union, to address the safe development of artificial intelligence technologies and mitigate their associated risks. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo emphasized that this meeting marks the “first get-down-to-work meeting” following the AI Safety Summit held in the UK last year, which established a commitment to tackle the potentially catastrophic risks posed by rapid advancements in AI. The discussions will build on insights from a follow-up meeting in South Korea earlier this year, which led to the formation of publicly backed safety institutes focused on advancing AI research and testing. The outcomes of this gathering could shape the future of AI governance and set the stage for responsible innovation in the years to come. Read more about it here. https://lnkd.in/d_tKpHv3 d52c31fb1e37508a1d2e78b5cfa5a8e0 #ai #aiintegration #artificialintelligence #airevolution #aiethics #FutureTech #EthicalAI #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #ResponsibleAI #AIGovernance #Womeninai #Womenintechnology

Understanding the First Wave of AI Safety Institutes (AISIs) across the UK, US, Japan, EU, Canada, France, and Singapore: Their Characteristics, Functions, and Challenges 🧠 The first-wave AISIs have several fundamental characteristics in common: 1. Technical government institutions 2. Clear mandate related to the safety of advanced AI systems. First-wave AISIs do not have “catch-all” responsibilities for AI within a jurisdiction 3. No regulatory powers They have three core functions:  1. Research 2. Standards 3. Cooperation Some of the challenges and limitations of the first wave of AISIs are: 1. Specializing too much on a sub-area and potentially neglecting concerns related to fields like national competitiveness and innovation, or fairness and bias 2. Potential redundancies with existing institutions, such as existing standards-developing bodies 3. Their relationship with industry, which has been productively close but might affect their impartiality 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞: Understanding the First Wave of AI Safety Institutes Report: Authored by Renan Araujo, Kristina Fort, and Oliver Guest Institute for AI Policy and Strategy (IAPS) 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: https://lnkd.in/eSXRzvdc 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭: https://lnkd.in/ePJYjxBq 𝐈𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭: Taken from the report #AISafety #IAPS #US #UK #EU

Seoul AI Summit 2024, held from May 21-22, successfully brought together 20 nations and the European Union to discuss not only AI model safety but also to support innovation and inclusivity. Science and Technology Ministers from South Korea and the UK, who co-hosted the event, highlighted that this summit marked the beginning of 'Phase Two' of the AI discussions initiated last year in the UK. Key outcomes of the summit included: ➡ Publication of the independent interim International Scientific Report on the Safety of Advanced AI. ➡ Nations to work together on thresholds for severe AI risks, including in building biological and chemical weapons. ➡ Nations cementing their commitment to collaborate on AI safety testing and evaluation guidelines. Sources: https://lnkd.in/gXWdgaCg https://lnkd.in/eVHq2hj7

🌍 ChatBIT: China’s Military AI Model and the Rising Stakes in Global AI Regulation In a fascinating development, Chinese researchers recently introduced ChatBIT, a military-focused AI model based on Meta’s open-source Llama framework. This innovation, spearheaded by the PLA’s Academy of Military Science, underscores China’s strategic use of open-source AI for defense, sparking questions about the future of global AI regulation and security. 📊 Key Insights: • A New Chapter for AI in Defense: ChatBIT is fine-tuned for military tasks like intelligence analysis and operational decision-making, positioning China at the forefront of military AI applications. • The Power of Open-Source AI: Built on Meta’s Llama, ChatBIT’s success highlights the potential of open-source models in sensitive applications, even as nations weigh the risks of unrestricted access. • Global Implications: This advancement coincides with new U.S. regulations on AI investments in China, raising questions about the ethical and strategic ramifications of international AI collaboration and competition. As nations navigate these complex dynamics, the ethical, security, and regulatory challenges surrounding AI in defense will only intensify. Read the full article on The Singularity Labs for an in-depth look into what ChatBIT represents for the future of AI. https://lnkd.in/gf8aMGD5 #AI #DefenseTechnology #OpenSourceAI #ChatBIT #SinoAmericanRelations #TheSingularityLabs