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China took part in leaders' AI meeting even though UK did not acknowledge

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

China took part in leaders' AI meeting even though UK did not acknowledge

China attended a senior ministerial meeting at the UK AI Safety Summit, despite not being included among the "like-minded" participants. While China had participated in the first day of the summit on the safety of artificial intelligence, it didn't feature in official handshakes or the family photograph. The reason for China's absence from the second-day senior meeting wasn't provided, but diplomatic protocol and potential differences in AI model testing proposals were speculated as possible factors. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak chaired the meeting, and China's participation had been questioned by some British lawmakers due to its sensitive technology and geopolitical rivalry.

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China attended a senior ministerial meeting at the UK AI Safety Summit, despite not being included among the "like-minded" participants. While China had participated in the first day of the summit on the safety of artificial intelligence, it didn't feature in official handshakes or the family photograph. The reason for China's absence from the second-day senior meeting wasn't provided, but diplomatic protocol and potential differences in AI model testing proposals were speculated as possible factors. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak chaired the meeting, and China's participation had been questioned by some British lawmakers due to its sensitive technology and geopolitical rivalry.

The UK is “on track to become the world’s next Silicon Valley” as Jeremy Hunt reveals the Spring Budget, but cybersecurity gets no mention

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Techradar · 1y ago

The UK is “on track to become the world’s next Silicon Valley” as Jeremy Hunt reveals the Spring Budget, but cybersecurity gets no mention

The UK government's spring budget announcement did not allocate significant funds towards cybersecurity despite the country experiencing major data breaches and cyber attacks. While measures were taken to support small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs), no specific initiatives were announced to address cybersecurity concerns. The budget did acknowledge the need to upgrade aging IT systems, particularly in the NHS, but cybersecurity risks associated with outdated systems were not explicitly addressed. Experts have criticized the lack of focus on cybersecurity, warning that the country is inadequately prepared to handle evolving cyber threats.

Six Months Ago Elon Musk Called for a Pause on AI. Instead Development Sped Up

Wired · 1y ago

Six Months Ago Elon Musk Called for a Pause on AI. Instead Development Sped Up

Six months ago, an open letter signed by prominent AI researchers and entrepreneurs called for a six-month pause on the development of AI systems more capable than OpenAI's GPT-4. However, this call did not result in a slowdown in AI development. Many signatories, including Elon Musk, have continued to pursue advanced AI projects. The letter did succeed in sparking discussions about the potential dangers of AI, even though it didn't lead to a pause in research. Concerns among experts vary, from existential risks to near-term issues like disinformation and job displacement.

China opposes 'politicising' technology after JD Vance's AI warning

Economic Times

Economic Times · 5m ago

China opposes 'politicising' technology after JD Vance's AI warning

China opposes politicizing technology and trade issues, following U.S. VP JD Vance's warning about authoritarian regimes using AI for citizen control. At a Paris AI summit, many nations called for regulation for ethical AI, but the U.S. and UK did not sign. Vance warned against AI cooperation with authoritarian regimes. China's foreign ministry emphasized AI security and openness, opposing ideology-based divisions and politicization of trade and technology, advocating for open-source AI tech and service accessibility.

Amazon spared UK antitrust probe over $4 bn investment in AI startup Anthropic

Livemint

Livemint · 9m ago

Amazon spared UK antitrust probe over $4 bn investment in AI startup Anthropic

UK antitrust officials have decided not to launch a formal investigation into Amazon's multibillion-dollar investment in the AI company Anthropic. The Competition and Markets Authority concluded that the investment did not pose a threat to competition in the UK. Amazon made the investment to support promising AI startups and gain an edge against its competitors. The British watchdog did not reach a conclusion on whether Amazon had material influence over Anthropic, but noted that the arrangement would not create a relevant merger scenario. This decision follows the UK's clearance of Microsoft's links to Inflection AI.

We've to accept reality: Unacademy CEO on Altman's hopeless remark

Inshorts · 2y ago

We've to accept reality: Unacademy CEO on Altman's hopeless remark

Gaurav Munjal, CEO of Unacademy, responded to Sam Altman's statement that it is "hopeless" to compete with OpenAI in training AI models, saying that they need to acknowledge the reality. Munjal emphasized that Unacademy did not aim to build a global social network or an operating system, and expressed surprise at the offense taken. He stressed the importance of fostering a stronger ecosystem in India to cultivate the emergence of the next OpenAI.

UN adopts first global artificial intelligence resolution

Reuters · 1y ago

UN adopts first global artificial intelligence resolution

The United Nations General Assembly has adopted the first global resolution on artificial intelligence (AI). The nonbinding resolution, proposed by the United States and co-sponsored by China and 121 other nations, aims to protect personal data, monitor AI risks, and safeguard human rights. It took three months to negotiate and emphasizes the need to balance AI development with the protection of human rights. The resolution is part of a broader effort by governments to shape AI's development amid concerns over potential negative impacts. However, the resolution does not have any enforceable measures.

Jensen Huang Dismisses Fears: US AI Chips Unlikely in China’s Military

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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang believes US concerns about their AI chips enhancing China's military capabilities are unfounded, as Chinese forces are unlikely to adopt US technology due to risks. The US, citing security threats, banned exports of Nvidia’s advanced semiconductors to China. Huang argues that such restrictions unfairly hinder US firms' global competitiveness and could spur China to develop rival technologies. Despite meeting US leaders, including Trump, Huang faces bipartisan pressure to avoid Beijing’s military-linked entities.

Auto sector pushes 3-step plan to cut China dependence for rare earth magnets

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

Auto sector pushes 3-step plan to cut China dependence for rare earth magnets

The Indian auto industry has proposed a three-step plan to reduce dependence on China for rare earth magnets, crucial for electric vehicles. This includes incentivizing local assembly and recycling, as well as securing supplies from countries like Australia and Vietnam. Industry leaders urge government engagement with China to ease export restrictions while developing downstream and upstream domestic processing capabilities. Tensions with China complicate the situation, though some approvals for European parts makers offer hope.

Donald Trump compares UK's demand for Apple user data to Chinese monitoring

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Economic Times · 4m ago

Donald Trump compares UK's demand for Apple user data to Chinese monitoring

In an interview, US President Donald Trump criticized the UK government's demand for Apple to provide user data access, comparing it to actions typically associated with China. Trump mentioned discussing the issue with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer during a White House meeting. Apple recently halted an advanced encryption feature in response to UK demands. The incident has sparked concerns about potential violations of the CLOUD Act, which restricts cross-border data access demands.

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