Rishi Sunak has vowed to tackle fears around artificial intelligence (AI) “head-on” as the government prepares to host a world-first global safety summit.

The prime minister has made taking advantage of the fast-improving technology, while also regulating against its potential dangers, a focus since taking office last year.

Politics latest: Potential by-election headache for PM

On Thursday, the government will publish a first-of-its-kind paper into its capabilities and risks.

To mark its release, Mr Sunak will acknowledge the “dangers and fears” AI brings – with concerns around misinformation and deepfakes, job losses, and a threat to human life itself all cited by experts in recent months.

In a speech, he is expected to say that while it offers knowledge, opportunities for economic growth, and advances in human capability, it also brings new challenges.

“The responsible thing for me to do is to address those fears head-on,” he will say.

“Giving you the peace of mind that we will keep you safe, while making sure you and your children have all the opportunities for a better future that AI can bring.”

Read more:
Paedophiles using AI to ‘de-age’ celebrities

Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player

Next week’s AI Safety Summit at Bletchley Park, home of Britain’s Second World War codebreakers, will see other world leaders and tech bosses unite to discuss how the technology should be regulated.

It will focus on the misuse of it by bad actors, such as to carry out cyberattacks or develop bioweapons, and the threats posed by the loss of control of AI.

Talks will also cover its impact on wider society, such as in elections.

Mr Sunak has already met several leading figures working in AI development, including the bosses of ChatGPT creator OpenAI and UK-based Google DeepMind.

Be the first to get Breaking News

Install the Sky News app for free

Thursday’s paper, which includes assessments from UK intelligence agencies, will form part of the discussions.

Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan will open the summit next Wednesday, 1 November.

Related posts:

WhatsApp hit with record fine for breaching privacy regulations over how it shares user data Twitter bans sharing images of people without their consent Mathematicians hail breakthrough in using AI to suggest new theorems Facebook removes Chinese-backed network of fake accounts spreading COVID-19 disinformation Elon Musk suggests paying for Twitter subscription in dogecoin Cryptocurrency exchange platform cuts 950 jobs amid crypto collapse Climate crisis may have triggered collapse of ancient empire The five countries most likely to survive an apocalyptic nuclear winter Deliveroo to cut hundreds of jobs globally – and UK to be worst hit UK’s first ‘three-parent baby’ born after IVF procedure TikTok opens new European centre in bid to combat privacy concerns Royal Family’s official website targeted in cyber attack