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Bernie Sanders calls for global AI treaty to curb runaway technology

Senator Bernie Sanders has called for international cooperation to regulate artificial intelligence, likening its rapid advancement to a "runaway train" without brakes. Speaking at a panel with Chinese scientists, Sanders expressed concerns about misinformation, data privacy, job displacement, and existential risks posed by advanced AI systems. He advocated for a global treaty, similar to nuclear arms control agreements, to establish safety measures and prevent a few powerful entities from controlling this transformative technology. The event also highlighted geopolitical tensions, with some US officials questioning collaboration with China on AI governance. AI

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IMPACT Potential for international AI governance frameworks and treaties to shape global AI development and deployment.

RANK_REASON US Senator calls for international AI regulation and treaty, highlighting geopolitical considerations.

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Bernie Sanders calls for global AI treaty to curb runaway technology

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  1. The Guardian — AI TIER_1 · Uwa Ede-Osifo ·

    Bernie Sanders urges international cooperation to halt AI’s ‘runaway train’

    <p>US senator holds panel with leading Chinese scientists and warns of risks to society unless new technology is regulated </p><p>The US senator Bernie Sanders espoused the importance of international cooperation in regulating AI at a Wednesday panel on Capitol Hill alongside two…