Summary The United Nations rights chief warned on Monday that artificial intelligence could pose an existential threat to humanity. He demanded urgent action from governments and tech companies to reduce the dangers. His remarks came during a major address before the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva. Background Concerns about artificial intelligence risks have been building for years among scientists, regulators, and industry insiders alike. Global bodies, including the United Nations, have repeatedly flagged the pace of AI development as outstripping the world’s ability to govern it safely. This latest…
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