EU GPAI Code of Practice drafting sparks disagreements
The first draft of the EU AI Code is expected by November, with finalisation planned for 2025.
UN issues final report with key recommendations on AI governance
The recommendations respond to the rapid spread of AI technologies and the varied global regulatory approaches.
Council of Europe opens AI convention for signature
The Convention on Artificial Intelligence is a first-of-its-kind global treaty that aims to ensure AI upholds human rights.
OpenAI cracks down on Iranian influence campaign
Despite low audience engagement, OpenAI has shared threat intelligence with stakeholders and remains committed to detecting and mitigating such abuses through collaboration and advanced AI tools.
European Parliament forms joint working group to monitor AI Act implementation
Details on how the working group will function will be finalised after the summer.
Biden administration assembles AI expert team
President Joe Biden has formed a team of experts to create standards for AI training and deployment across industries.
Google warns of generative AI dangers
Generative AI misuse includes creating deceptive content and impersonation, posing significant regulatory challenges, according to Google's recent research.
Germany and Namibia, co-facilitators of the Summit of the Future, publish zero draft of the Pact for the Future
The zero draft of the Pact for the Future – to be adopted by UN member states during the September 2024 Summit of the Future – was published by the co-facilitators. The draft includes several provisions on science, technology and innovation, as well as new technologies and peace and security.
UN First Committee adopts draft resolution on lethal autonomous weapons
The UN First Committee has passed a draft resolution regarding lethal autonomous weapons systems, expressing concerns about their impact on global security and stability. The resolution calls for the Secretary-General to gather input from Member States, observer States, international organizations, and civil society, emphasizing humanitarian, legal, security, technological, and ethical perspectives. Despite some member states raising issues about definitions and frameworks, the resolution aims to address challenges while acknowledging the ongoing work of the Group of Governmental Experts. The resolution was adopted by a large majority with a few opposing and abstaining votes, advocating for a balanced and inclusive approach to discussions on lethal autonomous weapons.
Digital technologies in UN Secretary-General’s Policy Brief on a New Agenda for Peace
UN Secretary-General calls for the development of governance frameworks, multilateral accountability mechanisms, and regulations to address the risks and challenges posed by AI and other digital technologies in the context of peace and security.
