by Editor | May 29, 2023 | News
In this May, the White House announced New Actions to Promote Responsible AI Innovation, while G-7 Summit leaders called for international standards on AI. Following up these efforts, leaders of OpenAI, Sam Altman, Greg Brockman, and Ilya Sutskever, wrote: “Governance of superintelligence – Now is a good time to start thinking about the governance of superintelligence—future AI systems dramatically more capable than even AGI.”
Former Prime Minister of Bosnia and Herzegovina Zlatko Lagumdzija, a Global Enlightenment leader highlighted on May 27, 2023: “Few years ago at our BGF conferences and in our book ‘Remaking the World – Toward an Age of Global Enlightenment’ as well, I was calling for the establishment on international regulatory body like for nuclear energy (IAEA) with all references for that approach. Now creators of OpenAI are making that call, and BGF leaders will all support and ready to work with leaders of OpenAI for this mission.”
Since 2017, Boston Global Forum has contributed AI World Society model to maximizes the benefits of AI while managing and controlling the associated risks for individuals, organizations, and governments. This model seeks to achieve greater intelligence, higher labor productivity, increased efficiency, speed, and optimization, all while ensuring responsible AI development.
BGF has taken several initiatives to lay the foundation for a new AI World Society called the Age of Global Enlightenment. The first of these initiatives was the BGF-G7 Summit in 2018, which introduced the AIWS 7-Layer Model to Build Next Generation Democracy. Subsequently, the AIWS-G7 Summit Initiative in 2019 introduced the concepts of AI-Government and AI-Citizen. In collaboration with the United Nations Academic Impact, BGF co-founded the United Nations Centennial Initiative in 2019, with the goal of building the Age of Global Enlightenment.
To further solidify the framework for AI governance, BGF partnered with the Club de Madrid, an organization of over 100 former presidents and prime ministers, to announce the Social Contract for the Age of Artificial Intelligence in September 2020. This was followed by the announcement of the AI International Accord (AIIA) and the co-founding of the Global Alliance for Digital Governance (GADG) in September 2021. These initiatives provide a framework for relationships between nations, businesses, and individuals in the era of AI, technology, and data. It is crucial to understand that the world of AI, technology, and data requires not only technological standards but also social standards rooted in ethical principles. These fundamental standards represent the ideals that civilized humanity aspires to achieve, ensuring every citizen can maximize their potential in innovation, have equal opportunities, actively participate in social governance and supervision, receive fair opportunities in education, be educated in the foundational values of humanity and society, and have access to information, transparency, and public accountability. By adhering to these standards, we can limit conflicts, mutual destruction, and mitigate the risks posed by AI.
Furthermore, AI and data have the potential to build a better and more democratic society. By leveraging AI, we can restrain governments with extreme nationalist ambitions from deceiving the people through media manipulation and trampling on the sovereignty and territorial integrity of other nations. The Social Contract for the Age of Artificial Intelligence aims to empower each citizen to maximize their own abilities and power while upholding ethical standards.
In collaboration with the United Nations Academic Impact, BGF co-founded the United Nations Centennial Initiative in 2019, laying the groundwork for the Age of Global Enlightenment. The Social Contract for the Age of Artificial Intelligence explicitly recognizes AI Assistants as a center of power. Platforms like ChatGPT, born on November 30, 2022, serve as material embodiments of this idea. The question then arises: how do we control and govern this center of power?
To address this question, BGF organized a series of high-level conferences on Governance for AI Assistants and ChatGPT, culminating in the High-level Conference on April 26, 2023, at the Harvard University Faculty Club. The Framework for Global Governance of AI Assistants and ChatGPT was announced during this conference. These efforts, along with the establishment of the Global Enlightenment Community, create an international platform where leaders, thinkers, innovators, artists, and business leaders can come together to promote thought, creativity, and ethical behaviors worldwide. The community emphasizes the urgent need for government action to translate words into tangible actions.
In building the Age of Global Enlightenment, four pillars play a crucial role: the United States, Japan, Europe, and India. These countries and regions, with their technological prowess and economic models driven by AI and digital advancements, form the foundation for the Global Enlightenment Mountain—a new Silicon Valley model. It is heartening to see the establishment of the Global Internet Governance, Digital Empowerment and Security Alliance (GLIDES), which BGF fully supports as a Charter Member.
Prime Minister Zlatko Lagumdzija speaking at the BGF High-level Conference at Harvard Faculty Club
by Editor | May 29, 2023 | News
With the aim of promoting historical, esteemed, and culturally significant locations, and enriching them with the values of the AI World Society in the Age of Global Enlightenment, Boston Global Forum is proud to collaborate with distinguished places in cities such as Boston, New York, Washington DC, San Francisco, Tokyo, Rome, New Delhi, as well as preeminent cities and renowned national parks in the United States including the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Zion, and more. Together, we will recognize and promote these locations as Global Enlightenment Houses, fostering discussions and initiatives that contribute to the Age of Global Enlightenment. As a part of the Global Enlightenment Mountain, these distinguished places will host special events and gatherings for the Global Enlightenment Community. Esteemed personalities of the Global Enlightenment Community will convene and engage in meaningful discussions at these Global Enlightenment Houses.
By establishing these venues as focal points for intellectual exchange, BGF aims to create a vibrant community that fosters the values of the Age of Global Enlightenment. Through these collaborative efforts, we seek to shape a future that harnesses the transformative power of AI and technology while promoting ethical practices, and the well-being of all. The Global Enlightenment Houses will serve as beacons of knowledge, guiding society toward the Age of Global Enlightenment.
by Editor | May 21, 2023 | Event Updates
Global Enlightenment Mountain (GEM), in collaboration with the Boston Global Forum, has established the Global Enlightenment Monument Program. This initiative aims to recognize and celebrate significant contributions and achievements in the development and advancement of an AI-driven world society, also known as the Age of Global Enlightenment.
As the world continues to witness rapid technological advancements, GEM and the Boston Global Forum seek to honor individuals, organizations, and governments that have made remarkable strides in leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the betterment of society. The Global Enlightenment Monument Program serves as a platform to acknowledge their groundbreaking work and inspire further progress in this transformative era.
One of the key aspects of the program involves the designation of AI and digital monuments in collaboration with governments in name some nature wonders. These monuments will bear the names of prominent figures, organizations, or pioneering projects that have contributed significantly to shaping the AI World Society. By naming these monuments after the visionaries and trailblazers, GEM and the Boston Global Forum aim to immortalize their impact and inspire future generations.
The selection process for the naming of these monuments will involve a comprehensive evaluation of the contributions made by individuals or entities to the advancement of AI in various domains. The evaluation criteria will consider factors such as societal impact, ethical considerations, technological innovation, and the promotion of global collaboration. The chosen monuments will serve as symbols of progress and serve to remind the world of the efforts toward building an AI World Society rooted in the principles of Global Enlightenment.
by Editor | May 21, 2023 | Global Alliance for Digital Governance
In his Welcome Keynote Address at the C20 Summit “Technology and Security for One World,” held as part of the C20 in India from May 12-14, 2023, Boston Global Forum CEO Nguyen Anh Tuan emphasized the need for faster policy-making by governments regarding AI global governance. Responding to questions from attendees on how to expedite the process, Mr. Tuan encouraged civil society organizations and think tanks to take an active role in contributing to and engaging in dialogue with governments to develop official regulations.
Recognizing the urgency and significance of establishing regulations in the era of AI World Society (AIWS)-the Age of Global Enlightenment, Mr. Tuan stressed the importance of not waiting for governments alone to act. He urged all participants in the conference, as well as civil society organizations and think tanks, to proactively engage in the regulatory process. By actively offering their expertise, insights, and policy recommendations, these entities can help expedite the development of regulations and shape the future of AI governance.
To facilitate this collaborative effort, the Boston Global Forum, in conjunction with the Global Alliance for Digital Governance, pledged to work closely with the resources provided by civil society organizations and think tanks. By harnessing the collective knowledge and expertise from these entities, the aim is to create a more effective framework for AI global governance.
In the AI World Society, where the rapid pace of technological advancement necessitates timely regulation, it is imperative for stakeholders to act swiftly and cooperatively. The call to action from Mr. Tuan serves as a reminder that governments alone cannot bear the responsibility of shaping AI governance. Instead, a multi-stakeholder approach involving civil society organizations, think tanks, and other experts is essential to ensure comprehensive, inclusive, and effective regulations.
By actively engaging with governments, offering proposals, and participating in dialogue, these non-governmental entities can play a crucial role in influencing AI governance policies. Their contributions will help address critical concerns such as privacy, ethics, transparency, and societal impact, fostering an environment that encourages responsible AI development and safeguards the well-being of individuals and communities.
As the Boston Global Forum and the Global Alliance for Digital Governance collaborate with civil society organizations and think tanks, it is expected that their combined efforts will contribute to the formulation of comprehensive and forward-thinking regulations for AI global governance. By acting swiftly and collaboratively, stakeholders can shape the future of AI in a manner that aligns with the principles of the Age of Global Enlightenment.
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Mr. Nguyen Anh Tuan presents his Welcome Keynote Address to C20 Conference, May 12
by Editor | May 21, 2023 | News
Global Enlightenment Mountain (GEM) supports the concept “Data Exchange” of MIT Professor Alex Pentland, Distinguished Contributor to “Remaking the World – Toward an Age of Global Enlightenment.” Data exchanges are peer-to-peer platforms that curate and store data from many agents, conditionally allowing third parties to gain new insights from personal data. Since data exchanges implement the notion of sending the algorithm to the data (instead of sending the data to the algorithm), personal data is never extracted from the original source where it is stored but analyzed within it instead. Boston Global Forum, GEM and Global Alliance for Digital Governance will organize a special conference in early June 2023. Professor Alex Pentland will be a keynote speaker of the Conference.
To further explore the potential of data exchanges and their impact on global governance, making an ecosystem of exchange data, GEM, in collaboration with the Boston Global Forum and the Global Alliance for Digital Governance, will organize a special conference in early June 2023. This conference will bring together scholars and policymakers to discuss the implications, challenges, and opportunities presented by data exchanges.
GEM endorses the “Data Exchange” concept, as it is committed to advancing the principles of global enlightenment, knowledge sharing, and responsible data use. By supporting Professor Pentland’s work, GEM aims to encourage governments, organizations, and individuals worldwide to embrace data-driven approaches that prioritize privacy, transparency, and societal impact.
Professor Alex Pentland, co-founder of the Global Enlightenment Mountain (GEM)
