At the World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai, leading scientists and business figures from the US and China have emphasized the need for enhanced cooperation in artificial intelligence. Amid growing concerns about the technology’s rapid evolution, Geoffrey Hinton, a Nobel laureate and AI pioneer, suggested forming an international network of AI safety institutes focused on developing techniques to ensure AI remains beneficial. Despite challenges posed by differing national interests in areas like cyberattacks and autonomous weapons, Hinton highlighted a shared concern: preventing AI from gaining control. He likened AI to a “cute tiger cub” that could become perilous as it grows, advocating for global cooperation similar to the US-Soviet nuclear non-proliferation efforts. Yan Junjie, CEO of Shanghai-based AI company MiniMax, expressed optimism about the future, stating that artificial general intelligence will eventually serve and benefit everyone.
Are AI experts advocating for US-China collaboration?
