U.N. Launches New Advisory Body to Guide AI Governance

U.N. Secretary-General unveiled a new advisory body on risks and governance of AI.

The 39-member group includes government, academia, civil society and industry leaders.

They will publish an interim report by end of 2023 on AI governance options.

Final report with detailed recommendations by August 2024 could guide a potential new U.N. AI agency.

First meeting on October 27; co-chairs to be selected.