This International AI Safety Report
report presents a comprehensive overview of the scientificevidence regarding the safety of general-purpose artificial intelligence (AI). Its primary objective is to foster a shared international understanding of the risks associated with advanced AI technologies and explore effective strategies for their mitigation.
Focusing specifically on general-purpose AI—defined as AI systems capable of executing a wide range of tasks—this report highlights the rapid advancements and widespread deployment of such technologies by various technology companies for both consumer and business applications.
The report synthesizes current scientific knowledge related to general-purpose AI, emphasizing the critical need to understand and manage its associated risks. Given the ongoing nature of research in this field, much of the information presented reflects a snapshot of understanding that is still evolving, with some areas characterized by scientific consensus and others marked by differing views or gaps in knowledge.
To safely harness the potential benefits of general-purpose AI, it is imperative to appropriately manage its inherent risks. This report emphasizes the identification of these risks and evaluates technical methodologies for their assessment and mitigation, including leveraging general-purpose AI itself as a tool for risk management. However, it is important to note that this report does not provide an exhaustive examination of all the societal impacts of general-purpose AI, particularly the extensive current and future benefits that lie outside its scope.
Holistic policymaking in the realm of AI necessitates a balanced consideration of both the potential advantages and risks associated with general-purpose AI, as well as recognizing the varied risk/benefit profiles of other AI types.
The report is structured into three main sections addressing three pivotal questions:
1. What capabilities does general-purpose AI possess?
2. What risks are associated with general-purpose AI?
3. What mitigation techniques can be employed to address these risks?
Through this framework, the report aims to enhance understanding and facilitate informed discourse on the safe development and use of general-purpose AI technologies.
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