Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for the development of “secure and controllable” artificial intelligence as competition with the United States intensifies. Speaking at the World AI Conference in Shanghai, he urged stronger global cooperation on AI governance. Xi said artificial intelligence should remain under human control while balancing innovation with security. Addressing the conference, […]
AI governance
Pakistan becomes founding member of WAICO
Pakistan has become a founding member of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO), marking a significant step in expanding international cooperation on artificial intelligence. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar signed the founding agreement during the organisation’s inaugural ceremony in Shanghai. The move reflects Pakistan’s growing focus on AI, digital innovation, and emerging technologies. Ishaq […]
UN seeks global safeguards for artificial intelligence
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged countries to establish global rules for artificial intelligence, warning that humanity must not let AI “vibe-code” its future. Speaking at the first Global Dialogue on AI Governance in Geneva, he said rapid AI development is outpacing oversight. Guterres stressed that coordinated international action is essential to ensure AI benefits […]
UN report highlights AI opportunities and risks
A United Nations scientific panel has warned that artificial intelligence offers enormous global benefits but also poses significant risks if left unchecked. The findings appear in the panel’s first independent assessment of AI. The report urges governments to strengthen oversight as the technology advances faster than regulation. The report will be presented to governments during […]
Xi Jinping positions China as trade alternative at Apec
SEOUL — Chinese President Xi Jinping took centre stage at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit on Saturday, advocating for a global body to govern artificial intelligence and promoting China as an alternative to the United States in trade cooperation. Xi proposed the creation of a World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation to establish governance rules […]
Albania’s AI minister to “give birth” to 83 digital assistants, PM Says
TIRANA – Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama announced that AI minister Della will soon “give birth” to 83 digital assistants. He made the statement at the Berlin Global Dialogue Conference. The announcement surprised many, as the “births” refer to AI creations, not real children. Rama explained that these assistants will serve parliament and support human […]