UN adopts first global resolution on AI and data protection

2024-03-21 19:44:00

The United Nations General Assembly unanimously approved, this Thursday (21), the first global resolution on artificial intelligence to promote the protection of personal data, monitor the risks of AI and safeguard human rights.

Proposed by the United States and co-sponsored by China and 121 other nations, the non-binding resolution was the result of three months of negotiations, according to information from Reuters.

US officials described the resolution as a landmark, highlighting it as the “first truly global consensus document on AI.” The text highlights the need to strengthen privacy policies and warns of the risks that the inappropriate or malicious use of AI can pose to human rights and fundamental freedoms.

Although there were intense discussions during the negotiations, negotiators actively engaged with countries such as China, Russia and Cuba, which do not always share the same views. Authorities highlighted the importance of striking a balance between promoting the development of AI and protecting human rights.

This move follows a series of initiatives by governments around the world to shape the development of AI, in the face of concerns about its potential negative impact, such as increased fraud, unemployment and threats to democracy.

In November, the US, UK and other countries unveiled the first detailed international agreement on AI security, encouraging companies to create systems that are “secure by design”.

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As Europe moves forward on regulating AI, with the European Parliament adopting a tentative agreement this month, the Biden administration has been pushing for similar regulations in the United States. The administration seeks to reduce AI risks to consumers, workers and minority groups while strengthening national security.

At the same time, governments such as China and Russia are also actively exploring the use of AI for various purposes, including espionage activities, as revealed by Microsoft last month.

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