As artificial intelligence (AI) advances rapidly, governments worldwide are deliberating on the risks, dangers, and regulations associated with this emerging technology.
While several countries are racing to develop frameworks and regulations for AI, Singapore is adopting a cautious wait-and-see approach, as it focuses on promoting the responsible use of AI.
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Cautious Stance in Regulating AI
Singapore has adopted a cautious stance regarding regulating AI despite global efforts by other countries to craft regulations for this emerging technology, as per a report from CNBC.
Lee Wan Sie, the director for trusted AI and data at Singapore's Infocomm Media Development Authority, stated that they are not currently considering AI regulation.
Instead of immediate regulation, the Singapore government is focusing on promoting the responsible use of AI.
To encourage this, they have called for companies to collaborate in the world's first AI testing toolkit, AI Verify. This toolkit enables users to conduct technical tests on their AI models and record process checks.
Launched as a pilot project 2022, AI Verify has already garnered participation from tech giant IBM and Singapore Airlines.
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UK to Host World's First AI Summit
In a related development, the upcoming global summit on AI safety, hosted by the UK, has received approval and support from major tech companies.
The UK government has taken the initiative to ensure the safe and responsible development and adoption of AI technology. The summit, scheduled for this autumn, aims to assess and mitigate the risks associated with AI, including frontier systems.
It will provide a platform for countries to collaborate and establish a shared approach to addressing these risks.
The UK Prime Minister stressed the need for international collaboration and the development of an international framework to navigate AI's potential benefits and risks.
In preparation for the summit, the Prime Minister engaged in discussions with business leaders and world figures, including the CEOs of OpenAI, DeepMind, and Anthropic.
These conversations have shaped the summit's agenda and emphasized the significance of international cooperation in ensuring the safe and responsible advancement of AI technology.
Tech giants have expressed their support for the UK's efforts. Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google DeepMind, highlighted the critical role of international cooperation in AI's safe and responsible development.
While Singapore currently takes a wait-and-see approach to AI regulation, they are actively promoting the responsible use of AI through initiatives like AI Verify.
As governments around the world grapple with the challenges and opportunities presented by AI, Singapore's approach reflects a cautious stance, allowing them to observe the global landscape before formulating comprehensive regulations for AI.
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