The Artificial Intelligence revolution is flooding our social and professional networks with legislative news, as is the case in the European Union or Japan .
Recently, we have learned that the United Nations General Assembly had approved the first resolution in the field of Artificial Intelligence on March 21, 2024.
This resolution was approved unanimously and aims to establish limits regarding the use of Artificial Intelligence. This will also mean that its development is safe, trying to alleviate and reduce possible inequalities between countries.
Although it is not binding and excludes military Artificial Intelligence , the document delves into the potential benefits of using Artificial Intelligence, as well as respect for Human Rights.
Linda Thomas-Greenfield herself, Ambassador of the United States of America to the United Nations, reiterated the global and equitable integration of Artificial Intelligence in all territories as a guiding principle for the promotion of Artificial Intelligence.
For her part, the Vice President of the United States, Kamala Harris, said that this resolution was a source of pride, praising the fact that President Joe Biden was committed to developing legislation on Artificial Intelligence.
Even the UN Secretary General, António Guterres , mentioned that the regulation of Artificial Intelligence was one of his priorities, ending his speech by pointing out that they intended to reduce the biases and discrimination that could arise.
We must bear in mind that the boom in Artificial Intelligence emerged as a consequence of the generative AI ChatGPT at the end of 2022, bursting into our lives and providing answers to those questions we asked.
And prior to this document approved on March 21, 2024, the United Nations General Assembly has been actively discussing Artificial Intelligence and, among other points :
- Ethics and Human Rights : Great importance is placed on respect for ethical principles and fundamental human rights.
- Transparency and accountability : Ensuring that decisions are understandable and fair.
- Security and privacy : Particularly in areas such as surveillance and facial recognition.
- Equity and access : Mitigate the digital divide and ensure equitable access to Artificial Intelligence and its benefits.
- Sustainable development : Artificial Intelligence can contribute to sustainable development goals and ensure that its implementation has no adverse effects.
We must therefore be up to date on this matter, given that in recent months we have experienced great legislative progress.
