OpenAI CEO changes his mind about leaving Europe Sam Altman, head of AI research giant OpenAI, has decided to stay in Europe after expressing concern about new rules on artificial intelligence (AI).
Europe plans to introduce the world’s first AI law, which could affect how companies like OpenAI use their technology to create text and images. The law could require companies to disclose which copyrighted material they have used to train AI systems such as ChatGPT.
Some artists and creators claim AI companies are using their work without permission or payment.
Street BBCAltman also said some legally mandated safety and quality standards are too difficult for OpenAI to meet. He said Europe has made it difficult for AI companies to innovate and grow.
But Altman changed his mind after his comments caused a stir in the media and among AI experts.
On Twitter, he said he was happy to continue working in Europe and had no intention of leaving.
It’s been a very productive week with discussions in Europe on how to best regulate AI. We are excited to continue working here and of course have no plans to leave.
— Sam Altman (@sama) May 26, 2023
He also said he hopes AI will bring benefits to society, such as creating more jobs and reducing inequality.
Altman’s change of heart came after meeting with the British Prime Minister and other AI leaders in London.
They talked about the challenges and opportunities of AI, from fake news to national security and even the risk of superintelligent AI taking over the world.
They agreed that AI should be trustworthy and respect human rights and values.
The leaders of the US, UK, Germany, France, Italy, Japan and Canada also discussed the issue at the G7 summit in Japan.
They said they want to work together to ensure that AI is used for good rather than evil.
And before European law is formally enacted, the European Commission wants to strike a deal with Google, one of the world’s biggest AI companies.
The deal constitutes a voluntary agreement between Europe and Google on how to use AI in a responsible and ethical manner.
EU industry chiefs met with Google’s CEO in Brussels and said cooperation is key to regulating AI.
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