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OpenAI Geopolitics

Sam Altman Advocates for U.S. Leadership in AI Development

Chris McKay• July 25, 2024 • 2 min read

"If we want a more democratic world, history tells us our only choice is to develop an AI strategy that will help create it, and that the nations and technologists who have a lead have a responsibility to make that choice — now."

Geopolitics

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry Appoints AI Spokesperson for Consular Updates

Chris McKay• May 1, 2024 • 2 min read

Shi's role is to provide timely updates on consular affairs and deliver accurate and verified information from the consular department to the public.

Geopolitics

Canada to Invest $1.8 Billion in Artificial Intelligence Sector to Boost Economy and Create Jobs

Chris McKay• April 7, 2024 • 3 min read

The centerpiece of the investment is a $1.5 billion allocation for computing capabilities and technological infrastructure to support the work of AI researchers, startups, and firms across the country.

IBM Geopolitics

Spain Taps IBM to Help Advance National AI Strategy

Chris McKay• April 5, 2024 • 2 min read

The agreement aims to create a leading suite of foundation models, including large language models (LLMs) and small language models (SLMs), proficient in Spanish and co-official languages.

Geopolitics AI Safety

U.S. and U.K. Announce Partnership on AI Safety Testing

Chris McKay• April 1, 2024 • 2 min read

The partnership comes at a crucial time as AI continues to develop rapidly, and both governments recognize the need for a shared approach to AI safety that can keep pace with the technology's emerging risks.

Geopolitics

U.K. Joins EU's Chips Joint Undertaking to Bolster Semiconductor Research

Richard Banfield• March 13, 2024 • 2 min read

By collaborating with European partners and accessing significant funding opportunities, the U.K. aims to foster innovation and maintain its leadership in this crucial technological field.

Geopolitics

Europe Approves Landmark AI Act

Richard Banfield• March 13, 2024 • 2 min read

The law will enter into force gradually, with the ban on prohibited practices taking effect six months after the legislation is finalized, and other provisions, such as the rules for high-risk systems, becoming applicable over the next few years.

Geopolitics AI Ethics

Jailed Ex-Leader Imran Khan Claims Victory in Pakistan Election With AI-Generated Speech

Chris McKay• February 12, 2024 • 3 min read

The minute-long video, which paired historical images and footage of Khan with his AI-simulated voice, not only celebrated the electoral turnout but also rejected the victory claims of his rival, Nawaz Sharif, urging supporters to defend their win.

AI Policy Geopolitics

UK Signals Proactive Stance on AI Governance

Chris McKay• February 6, 2024 • 2 min read

Central to this strategy is the allocation of over £100 million towards empowering regulators and advancing AI research and innovation.

OpenAI Geopolitics

Preparing for Elections in an AI-Powered World: OpenAI Outlines Approach for 2024

Chris McKay• January 15, 2024 • 3 min read

OpenAI said it aims to focus on abuse prevention, content transparency, and access to accurate voting information.

Geopolitics

Putin Reveals Russia's AI Ambitions to Counter Western Dominance

Chris McKay• November 27, 2023 • 2 min read

The Russian president expressed concerns about the Western monopoly over AI, particularly in terms of cultural representation.

Geopolitics AI Tech China

U.S. Announces New Restrictions on China's Access to Advanced A.I. Chips

Chris McKay• October 17, 2023 • 2 min read

The rules expand on export controls first imposed in October 2022 and represent the latest move in an escalating tech standoff between the two superpowers.

AI Safety AI Policy Geopolitics

Eight More AI Companies Commit to Voluntary National AI Safety Efforts

Chris McKay• September 12, 2023 • 1 min read

The latest companies joining the effort are Adobe, Cohere, IBM, Nvidia, Palantir, Salesforce, Scale AI and Stability AI.

Geopolitics

UK to Invest £100 Million in AI Chips for New National Research Resource

Chris McKay• August 21, 2023 • 3 min read

The UK Research and Innovation agency is currently leading discussions about the acquisition of nearly 5,000 graphics processing units (GPUs) from NVIDIA.