Rogue States, Global Tensions, And The Race For Smarter AI

A former chief executive of a major tech company cautions that countries with “evil goals” could adopt AI

to cause “real harm.” He worries terrorists might exploit the technology, potentially orchestrating biological threats.

Despite championing innovation, he insists government oversight is crucial to prevent destructive uses.

As more than 60 nations pledge to develop “responsible AI,” some major powers refuse to sign, citing concerns

over stifling innovation.

One official warns that heavy rules might “kill a transformative industry,” while others argue safety and human rights

must remain top priority.

A major Chinese company announces plans to make its large language model open-source, challenging more established Western developers.

Another upstart gains traction by training on Chinese data, touting higher efficiency and superior logic capabilities.

From the fight against deepfake celebrity videos to legal battles over AI-generated legal citations, concerns grow over misuse.

One star warns about hate speech amplified by fake content, while courts sanction lawyers for trusting unverified AI

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These incidents highlight an urgent need for responsible engagement.