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☷U S and UK Announce Partnership on Science of AI Safety
U.S. Department of Commerce ( By Press Release office)
Apr 05,2024
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The US and UK have announced a partnership to focus on the science of AI safety . They will be working closely together , collaborating on research , safety evaluations , and guidance for AI safety . This partnership aims to develop shared capabilities through information - sharing , close cooperation , and exchanging expert personnel . Both countries have signed a Memorandum of Understanding ( MOU ) to develop tests for advanced AI models , following commitments made at the AI Safety Summit . The US and UK AI Safety Institutes will work together to align their scientific approaches and accelerate the creation of evaluations for AI models , systems , and agents . They plan to perform joint testing exercises and explore personnel exchanges . This partnership aims to ensure a shared approach to AI safety that can keep up with the rapid development of AI technology . The US and UK also intend to develop similar partnerships with other countries to promote AI safety globally . Both governments recognize the importance of addressing the risks associated with AI and are committed to facing these concerns head - on . This collaboration will lead to a better understanding of AI systems , more robust evaluations , and stricter guidance . The partnership strengthens the special relationship between the US and UK and ensures the safety of AI now and in the future . We can only tackle the risks of technology and fully utilize its potential by working together . Our collaboration on AI safety will build upon our previous efforts and pave the way for countries to safely benefit from AI . To emphasize the importance of international collaboration , both countries will share information about AI capabilities and risks , as well as conduct technical research on AI safety and security . This will help establish a common scientific foundation for AI safety testing worldwide .
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