Global AI race should not create a risk to humanity

The global competition in artificial intelligence should not lead to a ‘race to the bottom’ by overlooking AI governance or risks to humanity, said Amandeep Singh Gill, UN secretary-general’s envoy on technology. He said India, with its technological prowess, has the potential to emerge as the leader of the Global South in digital transformation. Gill, who is at the forefront of international cooperation on AI governance, spoke to ET’s Annapurna Roy & Himanshi Lohchab during his ongoing India visit. Edited excerpts: