In recent years, many of us have enjoyed the convenience of AI assistants that retrieve information and perform basic tasks. However, a new generation of technology is emerging: AI agents, capable of much more than simple queries. These advanced AI models and...
The Convergence of AI Chips and Quantum Computing for a New Democracy – AIWS
The AI World Society (AIWS) is organizing high-level discussions on “The Convergence of AI Chips and Quantum Computing for a New Democracy – AIWS.” This program aims to explore how the integration of advanced technologies like AI chips and quantum computing can...
OpenAI disbands another safety team, as head advisor for ‘AGI Readiness’ resigns
OpenAI is disbanding its “AGI Readiness” team, which advised the company on OpenAI’s capacity to handle artificial intelligence that could potentially equal or surpass human intellect and the world’s readiness to manage such technology. Miles Brundage, senior advisor...
Silicon Valley Takes Artificial General Intelligence Seriously—Washington Must Too
First, Washington needs to start taking AGI seriously. The potential risks are too great to ignore. Even in a good scenario, AGI could upend economies and displace millions of jobs, requiring society to adapt. In a bad scenario, AGI could become uncontrollable....
Boston Global Forum Statement on AI Pioneers Winning the Nobel Prizes in Physics and Chemistry
The Boston Global Forum (BGF) extends its heartfelt congratulations to the pioneers in artificial intelligence who have been awarded the Nobel Prizes in Physics and Chemistry in 2024. This monumental achievement underscores the transformative impact of AI on advancing...
Social Contract 2020: Toward Safety, Security, & Sustainability for AI World
Advances in AI, Internet, social media, and threats to cybersecurity jointly shape a new worldwide ecosystem for which there is no precedent. At issue is building new dimensions, even principles, which would shape the future of international law. Toward this end, the Social Contract 2020 has been introduced, framed, and further refined in four contexts: (a) The Riga Conference, Oct 12, 2019, (b) “2019 Policy Dialogue on Artificial Intelligence” of World Leadership Alliance-Club de Madrid, Oct 21, 2019, (c) AI World Society – Summit 2020 at Loeb House, Harvard University, April 28, 2020, and (d) United Nations Charter Day, June 26, 2020.
Shaping Futures (Number 1 Issue)
The Michael Dukakis Institute for Leadership and Innovation (MDI) has launched Shaping Futures magazine. The new magazine will cover Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cybersecurity innovations, initiatives, and solutions, as we with a focus on creating a better world...