British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak recently emphasized the duality of the development of artificial intelligence (AI) in his public speech, pointing out that a balance needs to be reached between coping with the risks brought by AI and tapping its potential benefits. He said that the rapid development of AI technology has brought unprecedented opportunities and challenges that cannot be ignored, so global cooperation and norms are particularly important.
Sunak specifically mentioned that he invited China to attend the upcoming AI Security Summit, a move that has attracted widespread attention. He believes that as one of the world's leading AI powers, China has an important influence in the research and development and application of AI technology. Cooperation with China will not only help promote the healthy development of global AI technology, but also provide diversified perspectives and solutions for the formulation of international AI specifications.
Although some questioned the feasibility of this global cooperation, thinking it might be a "daydream", Sunak is optimistic. He believes that by bringing together global wisdom, especially voices from different cultures and backgrounds, it can provide more comprehensive guidance for the norms and development of AI. He stressed that the potential of AI can only truly benefit mankind if it is effectively managed and guided on a global scale.
Sunak also mentioned that the application of AI technology has penetrated into all areas of society, from medical care to education, transportation to finance, AI is changing people's lifestyles. However, with the popularity of AI, its potential risks have gradually emerged, such as data privacy issues, algorithm bias, and the possible employment impact of AI. Therefore, it is particularly urgent to formulate globally unified AI standards.
He called on governments, technology companies and research institutions to work together to promote the safe and sustainable development of AI technology. Sunak said the UK will play a leading role in this process and actively promote international cooperation to ensure that AI technology can be used responsibly on a global scale.
Finally, Sunak emphasized that the future of AI is in the hands of mankind, and only through global cooperation and norms can AI technology bring welfare to all mankind, rather than becoming a threat. He looks forward to the upcoming AI Security Summit that countries can reach consensus on the norms and development of AI and jointly meet the challenges and opportunities in the AI era.