IPU assembly to be held in Geneva from today; to address AI, tech ethics

The 149th IPU Assembly will be held in Geneva from 13th to 17th October 2024, bringing together hundreds of parliamentarians from across the globe to discuss how science, technology, and innovation can be harnessed to create a more peaceful and sustainable future.

The Assembly’s central theme focuses on parliamentary action to maximise the advantages of emerging technologies while mitigating potential risks, particularly those associated with artificial intelligence (AI).