AI Risks Compared To Nuclear Armament India's External Affairs Minister warns of AI's potential dangers at Kautilya Economic ConclaveRecent comments by India's External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar have sparked significant discussion on the potential dangers of artificial intelligence (AI), drawing controversial comparisons to nuclear weapons. His remarks came amid growing concern globally about AI technologies and their ability to disrupt systems, whether through autonomous weaponry or deepfake technologies. With this comparison, he urges world leaders to establish framework guidelines ensuring responsible AI development and deployment. Despite the risks, Jaishankar expressed optimism about the potential for AI to support progress and development if managed correctly. With rising tensions globally, the call for increased oversight of AI technologies has become imperative among international bodies.

Source: Economic Times October 08, 2024 12:37 UTC