Tech Desk 
Apr 14, 2024
Global efforts to ensure safe development of artificial intelligence are gaining momentum. South Korea is set to host the second AI safety summit on May 21-22, following the inaugural event held in Britain last November.
This summit will focus on building on the "Bletchley Declaration," an international agreement on AI cooperation signed by major players like the US and China.
The urgency for robust safety measures comes amid advancements in AI like the release of ChatGPT by OpenAI in late 2022. While some were impressed by its capabilities, others raised concerns. Renowned AI experts like Geoffrey Hinton and Elon Musk have even called AI a bigger threat than climate change, urging for cautious development.
The first summit in Britain brought together policymakers, tech giants, and academics to navigate the regulatory landscape for this rapidly evolving technology.
Over 25 countries signed a joint declaration pledging collaboration and a unified approach to AI oversight. Reflecting the fast-paced nature of AI development, these summits will now be held every six months.
South Korea's upcoming event will be mostly virtual, with France hosting the next in-person summit later this year.
