Rishi Sunak has said that there is no need to be concerned with regards to the influence of AI on employment as educational improvements will increase abilities.
The prime minister, who addressed the UK's inaugural AI safety summit, declared that the technology would be beneficial to the economy over the long run.
He suggested that new tools should be treated as a "partner" to assist people while working, instead of substituting them.
He told reporters that the government's role should be to enhance training.
Rishi Sunak acknowledged there is "concern" regarding the consequences of the introduction of new AI technologies in the workplace, however, he declared they will increase productivity in the longer run, ultimately benefiting the economy. and more accurately."
We ought to view AI more as an aid than something that will inevitably substitute someone's occupation. AI is a device that can assist almost anybody in accomplishing their tasks in a more efficient, faster, expedited and precise way.
He went on to say that it was his and the government's responsibility to ensure that there was an excellent educational system in place.
In short, I don't want people to fret, as we are assembling an education system of the highest quality.
At a press conference following a two-day summit on the safety of artificial intelligence, Mr Sunak spoke.
At the summit were representatives from 28 nations, including the United States and China, as well as leaders in the tech industry and academics.
Trade unions have appealed for the adoption of stronger safeguards to maintain employment levels as AI technology continues to develop, citing that they have not been accounted for at the event.
At the meeting at Bletchley Park in Buckinghamshire, Mr Sunak's administration additionally provided more specifics on the blueprints for a UK entity to test out new AI models created by organisations before they are utilised.
He noted that the organization, labeled the AI Safety Institute, would be blessed with "special permission" to access the models to be unleashed in the upcoming year.
The government declared they would collaborate with the Alan Turing Institute, an investigative organisation, in order to consider potential risks like the likelihood of prejudice and mistruths.
Mr Sunak declared that the testing system would bring about some "unbiased confirmation" - pointing out that the businesses creating new models should not be supposed to "check their own work".
It remains unresolved as to what authority the institute will be vested with. In response to a query regarding the voluntary nature of the new arrangements, he gave no direct answer.
So far, his government has declined to present legislation for controlling AI, reasoning that existing regulators are best able to counteract the potential hazards as the technology develops.
Mr Sunak indicated to reporters that likely some sort of binding regulations would be necessary, but he emphasized that the technology was still developing and it was essential to make sure it is done correctly.
Several labor unions and activist organizations expressed concern before the summit that it would be a "lost chance".
In an open letter, they contended that the event should have paid more attention to subjects such as the repercussions of AI on occupational law and small-scale businesses, as well as law enforcement and identity profiling.
At the summit, countries inked a declaration vowing to have a higher level of collaboration regarding research, to guarantee the technology evolves in an approach that is "people-oriented, reliable and responsible".
Mr Sunak expressed his desire that the event will start a chain reaction, with Korea and France showing enthusiasm to be organisers for additional meetings during next year.
On Wednesday, US Vice-President Kamala Harris declared the formation of the US AI Safety Institute, with the White House stating it would be cooperating with its analogous British agency.
Ms Harris emphasized the necessity of considering both the daily hazards associated with AI - like discrimination and disinformation - and the potential for it to precipitate long-term danger.
Earlier this week, President Joe Biden issued an executive order intended to guarantee "the United States is in the forefront of embracing the possibilities and addressing the issues associated with artificial intelligence".
It was suggested by certain observers that the actions of the US could be so important as to draw attention away from the UK's summit.
Mr Sunak praised the US executive order, hailing it as "a deep and comprehensive demonstration of the potential of AI".
The prime minister is anticipated to hold a press conference prior to their journey back to Westminster for an "in conversation" event with tech billionaire Elon Musk, who is the owner of X, formerly known as Twitter.
Many had voiced their displeasure with China being part of the event at a time when ties with the West were strained, though the nation is a major actor in AI development.
Rishi Sunak justified the choice to invite the nation, saying it was "not a simple choice" yet it was the "proper long-term choice".
He emphasized that any meaningful discussion about AI safety must include the nations leading in AI development.
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