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US and UK Decline to Sign Paris AI Summit Declaration as 61 Countries Commit to Ethical AI Development
At the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris, 61 countries, including China and India, signed a declaration focusing on ensuring AI is 'open, inclusive, transparent, ethical, safe, secure and trustworthy,' but the US and UK declined to sign. US Vice President JD Vance emphasized America's commitment to maintaining AI leadership and avoiding 'ideological bias,' while EU President Ursula von der Leyen defended the EU AI Act as providing unified safety rules while acknowledging the need to reduce red tape.
Skynet Chance (+0.04%): The US and UK's refusal to join a multilateral AI framework potentially weakens global coordination on AI safety measures, creating opportunities for less cautious AI development paths. This fragmented approach to governance increases the risk of competitive pressures overriding safety considerations.
Skynet Date (-2 days): The geopolitical polarization around AI regulation and the US emphasis on maintaining supremacy could accelerate unsafe AI deployment timelines as countries compete rather than cooperate. This competitive dynamic may prioritize capability advancement over safety considerations, potentially bringing dangerous AI scenarios forward in time.
AGI Progress (+0.01%): The summit's outcome indicates a shift toward prioritizing AI development and competitiveness over stringent safety measures, particularly in the US approach. This pro-innovation stance may slightly increase the overall momentum toward AGI by reducing potential regulatory barriers.
AGI Date (-2 days): The US position focusing on maintaining AI leadership and avoiding 'overly precautionary' approaches suggests an acceleration in the AGI timeline as regulatory friction decreases. The competitive international environment could further incentivize faster development cycles and increased investment in advanced AI capabilities.