United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres warned heads of technology companies about the risks of artificial intelligence, stating that its future cannot be held hostage to the “whims of a few billionaires.”
Speaking at the Global AI Summit held in India, Guterres called on tech moguls to support a $3 billion global fund to ensure open access for all to this rapidly evolving technology.
Guterres emphasized that artificial intelligence must belong to everyone, adding: “The future of artificial intelligence cannot be decided by a handful of countries, nor can it be left to the whims of a few billionaires.”
The UN Secretary-General also warned that if urgent action is not taken, it could exacerbate global inequality.
He added: “If used properly, artificial intelligence can accelerate medical progress, provide more learning opportunities, enhance food security, support climate action and disaster preparedness, and improve access to essential public services.”
He also warned that artificial intelligence “could also deepen inequalities, amplify prejudices, and cause harm.”
The United Nations has established a scientific advisory body on artificial intelligence to assist countries in making decisions regarding this revolutionary technology.
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