UN Summit Discusses the Opportunities and Challenges of AI
The United Nations kicked off its flagship AI summit in Geneva last Tuesday, July 8, marking the start of four days focused on meaningful dialogue, real-world tech showcases, and conversations on how to govern AI responsibly. This year’s summit comes at a time when AI systems are developing faster than the rules meant to control them. The summit brings together leaders from government, technology, academia, civil society, and youth movements. Their shared goal is to explore how AI can help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), while also addressing the growing dangers of misinformation, inequality, and environmental damage. Doreen Bogdan-Martin,…