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OpenAI CEO suggests international agency like UN's nuclear watchdog could oversee AI

  In a recent visit to the United Arab Emirates, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman cautioned that artificial intelligence (AI) presents an "existential risk" to humanity. He called for the establishment of an international agency, akin to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), to oversee and regulate this groundbreaking technology. Altman's global tour to discuss AI has garnered significant attention, given OpenAI's prominent role in the field. As AI systems like OpenAI's ChatGPT gain popularity, concerns about their societal impact and potential risks have grown. Altman, along with hundreds of industry leaders, signed a letter in May emphasizing the urgency of addressing AI's existential risks. Drawing inspiration from the IAEA, which was created in the aftermath of the atomic bombings of Japan, Altman emphasized the need for global cooperation to manage the risks associated with AI. He expressed the importance of implementing guardrails and regulations to ensure...