Press Release: UN Envoy on Technology advocates for linguistic diversity in AI development at the 19th Francophonie Summit
04 October 2024
UN Under-Secretary-General and Envoy on Technology Amandeep Gill took the stage today at the 19th Francophonie Summit to emphasize the critical role of linguistic and cultural diversity in the age of artificial intelligence (AI). The event, hosted by France for the first time in 33 years, brings together representatives from more than 100 states and governments, with the theme "Create, Innovate, and Entreprendre in French. Read the Press Release .
Press Release: United Nations adopts ground-breaking Pact for the Future to transform global governance
22 September 2024
World leaders today adopted a Pact for the Future that includes a Global Digital Compact and a Declaration on Future Generations. This Pact is the culmination of an inclusive, years-long process to adapt international cooperation to the realities of today and the challenges of tomorrow. The Global Digital Compact, annexed to the Pact, is the first comprehensive global framework for digital cooperation and AI governance. Read the press release.
Press Release: UN and OECD announce next steps in collaboration on Artificial Intelligence
22 September 2024
Meeting on the margins of the Summit of the Future at United Nations (UN) headquarters in New York, the UN Secretary-General’s Envoy on Technology, Under-Secretary-General Amandeep Singh Gill and Deputy Secretary-General of the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) Ulrik Vestergaard Knudsen, announced a new enhanced collaboration between the UN and the OECD on global AI governance. Read the press release.
High-Level Event: Summit of the Future
21 September 2024
For the first time, leaders, tech companies, activists, and UN agencies gathered for one goal: securing a better digital future for all. Co-convened by ITU, the Office of the UN Secretary-General’s Tech Envoy (OSET), and UNDP, the Summit of the Future Action Day brought together over 500 policymakers, tech executives, academics and civil society leaders to address digital cooperation challenges. Read the Daily Digital Digest from 21 September.
Report: Governing AI for Humanity
19 September 2024
The launch of the United Nations Secretary-General’s High-level Advisory Body on AI’s final report outlines 7 key recommendations to shape the future of AI Governance. Members of the Body, comprised of diverse leaders across the world with cutting-edge expertise across public policy, science, technology, anthropology, human rights, urges stakeholders to fully support the recommendations. Read the final report now.
Global Digital Compact Stakeholder Sessions
22 August 2024
The Co-Facilitators leading the intergovernmental process on the Global Digital Compact held a virtual meeting on 22 August from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. ET. Learn about the progress to date.
Report: Mind the AI Divide
7 August 2024
In August 2024, the Office of the UN Secretary-General’s Envoy on Technology and the published a report on artificial intelligence and the world of work. “Mind the AI Divide: Shaping a Global Perspective on the Future of Work” explores AI’s role in reshaping labour markets, the AI value chain, and the demand for skills. Read the full report here.
Event: OSPOs for Good Conference
10 July 2024
The OSPOs for Good Conference, held from 9–10 July, brought participants from around the world to delve into a range of topics, truly underscoring how open source can enable global cooperation. From artificial intelligence to government to youth to networked cities, the diverse set of panels was packed with enriching content, facilitating insightful discussions. Learn more about the conference.
In-Person Meeting of the High-level Advisory Body on AI in Singapore
29 May 2024
The UN Secretary-General’s High-level Advisory Body on Artificial Intelligence convened in Singapore from 28–29 May to develop their recommendations on international AI governance. Over the course of the two-day meeting, the Advisory Body collaborated on fostering global cooperation on AI governance for the benefit of all of humanity. These meetings provided a highly productive platform for impactful dialogue and exchange. Learn more about the AI Advisory Body.
Report: Leveraging DPI for Safe and Inclusive Societies
29 April 2024
Stewarded by the Office of the UN Secretary-General’s Envoy on Technology and , the Leveraging DPI for Safe and Inclusive Societies interim report is a culmination of rigorous discussions and reviews conducted by the . It aims to shape the future of global digital infrastructure, ensuring it is safe, inclusive, and beneficial for all. .
In-Person Meeting of the High-level Advisory Body on AI in Geneva
14 March 2024
From 12–14 March, the United Nations Secretary-General’s High-level Advisory Body convened in Geneva, Switzerland to develop their recommendations in global AI governance. The Advisory Body met with the International Labour Organization, World Intellectual Property Organization, International Telecommunication Union, Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, United Nations Office at Geneva Library, World Meteorological Organization, and Geneva Graduate Institute, among others. Learn more about the AI Advisory Body.
Press Release: UN announces multi-stakeholder working groups for Digital Public Infrastructure Safeguards
4 March 2024
The United Nations issued a press release announcing the formation of six multi-stakeholder working groups for Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) Safeguards. Stewarded by Office of the UN Secretary-General's Envoy on Technology and UNDP, these six groups of diverse and interdisciplinary experts stand out for their collaborative efforts to develop a comprehensive DPI safeguards framework.
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