In its first 100 days of power, the next EU Commission can address the risks and opportunities of powerful emerging technologies. As we gear up for the so-called ‘Implementation Commission’, ICFG experts lay out the big ideas we believe will put President von der Leyen’s second term on the right track.
11 Ideas To Get The Next EU Commission Off To A Flying Start Read More »
On May 21st, 2024, after three years of painstaking negotiations, the European Council approved the final version of the European Union’s landmark AI Act. But, what does the AI Act do exactly? Does it do it well? And what can other jurisdictions drafting AI legislation learn from the EU’s approach to AI regulation?
Op-ed: The EU AI Act: Regulatory Exemplar or Cautionary Tale? Read More »
The capabilities of AI systems continue to accelerate rapidly, driven by unprecedented increases in computing power. In a new report, ICFG examines the centrality of compute to the existing AI development paradigm and examines the critical role that the governance of compute could take in mitigating the risks associated with advanced AI.
Advanced AI: Technical State of Play Read More »
ICFG proposes that the G7 countries back an international institution that designs international standards for the responsible management of compute resources. Such standards would help expand AI governance to cover the entire AI lifecycle, as appropriate for such a high-risk technology, and as proposed in the 2023 Hiroshima Guiding Principles.
Enhancing Global AI Governance through Compute Resource Management Read More »
Recent breakthroughs in AI innovation have only heightened the urgency for closer international cooperation and the swift implementation of safety measures, particularly those addressing the most capable, most high-risk advanced AI systems. Here are ICFG’s recommendations for world leaders attending the May 2024 AI Safety Summit.
Policy Recommendations for the South Korea AI Safety Summit Read More »
Governments must learn from past challenges and actively steer technological innovation, prioritising democratic principles and positive social impact over industry profits. As the global order comes under increasing strain, political leaders must look beyond the ballot box and focus on mitigating the long-term risks posed by emerging technologies.
Op-ed: Making Emerging Technologies Safe for Democracy Read More »
Ahead of a pivotal EU election in June, the International Center for Future Generations (ICFG) is releasing a new report highlighting the high impact, low oversight emerging technologies that are poised to reshape society in the coming decade.
New Report Outlines Five Technologies Critical for Next Ten Years Read More »
From the steam engine to electricity to the internet, technology has had a profound impact on the modern world. In the coming decade, five powerful emerging technologies are poised to fundamentally reshape societies. Our new report current state of these technologies and outlines the potential risks they pose in the absence of responsible governance.
Five Emerging Technologies to Act On Now Read More »
Advanced AI presents policymakers with some particularly tricky regulatory challenges. One of these challenges is the sudden emergence of unexpected capabilities in AAI systems. Policymakers and legislative bodies, as well as civil society, should be aware of the limitations of governance tools that rely on evaluating models for capabilities to differentiate low-risk from high-risk models.
Regulatory Challenges of Advanced AI: Unexpected Capabilities Read More »
Max has been with ICFG since 22/11/2022. During his time as an Advanced AI researcher, he has demonstrated exceptional skills and a profound commitment to his field. Because of his ability to work collaboratively with the team, to formulate an ambitious strategy for the program combined with excellent people skills, he receives enthusiastic support in his new role from all of us at ICFG.
Announcing: Max Reddel – our Advanced AI Program Lead Read More »
