UN Adopts First Global Resolution on Artificial Intelligence

The United Nations General Assembly adopted a landmark resolution aimed at promoting the development and use of artificial intelligence (AI) that is safe, secure, and trustworthy, and that contributes to sustainable development goals. The resolution, led by the United States and co-sponsored by over 120 other Member States, calls for the protection of human rights, the safeguarding of personal data, and the monitoring of AI to manage risks. It emphasizes the need for global cooperation to support developing countries in overcoming technological challenges and encourages the development of regulatory frameworks to ensure AI is used responsibly. This resolution is significant as it represents a global consensus on the need to guide the development of AI technologies in a way that ensures they are used for the benefit of all, while also addressing the potential risks they pose.