Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call for a global framework for the ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI) made on December 12, 2023, at the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence Summit, continues to generate discussion and action.
“Besides the challenge of deepfakes, cyber security, and data theft, AI tools falling in the hands of terrorists pose a big threat. Global security will face a big threat if AI-laced weapons were to reach terrorist organisations,” he said.
PM Modi emphasized the pressing need for a global framework to regulate and guide the ethical development and deployment of AI. He warned that uncontrolled AI could pose serious threats to security, privacy, and human values.
He specifically highlighted the dangers of AI falling into the wrong hands, particularly terrorists, leading to devastating consequences.
Modi reiterated India’s commitment to responsible AI and mentioned its proposal during its G20 presidency for a human-centric AI governance framework. He stressed the importance of ensuring AI benefits everyone and is built on trust, addressing ethical, economic, and social concerns.
