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UN passes first global AI resolution
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UN passes first global AI resolution

The United Nations General Assembly on Thursday, unanimously passed the inaugural global resolution on artificial intelligence, urging nations to uphold human rights, safeguard personal data, and monitor AI for potential risks. The nonbinding resolution, introduced by the United States and co-sponsored by China along with over 120 other countries, also promotes the reinforcement of privacy […]

FG, UN raises $5bn yearly to tackle poverty
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FG, UN raises $5bn yearly to tackle poverty

The Federal Government, the United Nations, and other development partners will generate $5 billion every year for Nigeria’s Humanitarian and Poverty Alleviation Trust Fund, according to the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation on Wednesday. According to The Punch, it stated that in addition to the government, development partners, UN agencies, and embassies, other parties also […]

Netherlands, UNESCO launch project to supervise AI
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Netherlands, UNESCO launch project to supervise AI

The Netherlands and the U.N. on Thursday, launched a project to assist in preparing state agencies in Europe to oversee artificial intelligence. The project, carried out with assistance from the European Commission, was started before the AI Act, a comprehensive piece of legislation that is anticipated to control the use of AI in Europe, was […]

UNESCO presents guidelines for AI regulation in education
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UNESCO presents guidelines for AI regulation in education

UNESCO presented its first set of recommendations on using generative AI in education on Thursday, encouraging governmental organisations to control the application of the technology. The world’s fastest-growing app to date is the GenAI chatbot ChatGPT, and its introduction triggered the production of competitors like Google’s Bard. Students also like GenAI, which can produce essays […]

UN, Lagos urge private sector to drive change in Africa
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UN, Lagos urge private sector to drive change in Africa

The United Nations and Lagos state have challenged the private sector to promote transformation in Africa. The Punch reported that they gave speeches during the Africa Social Impact Summit 2023, which took place in Lagos on Thursday and had as its topic “Global vision, local action: Repositioning the African development ecosystem for sustainable outcomes.” The […]

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W’Bank, UN support renewable energy investments in Nigeria

The Chief Executive Officer and Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Sustainable Energy for All, Damilola Ogunbiyi, and the recently appointed President of the World Bank, Ajay Banga, have expressed their support for private sector investments in renewable energy.   According to The PUNCH, they disclosed this in a statement on Friday during […]

UN, Lagos urge private sector to drive change in Africa
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UN to help Africa with credit rating data

The United Nations Development Programme claims that in order to reduce borrowing costs in Africa, it will concentrate on increasing the openness of the credit rating systems. According to The News Agency of Nigeria, this was said in a webinar by  Chief Economist, UNDP, Africa Bureau, Dr. Raymond Gilpin, in his remarks made on Friday at […]

UN Security Council convenes to discuss AI risks
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UN Security Council convenes to discuss AI risks

The United Nations Security Council made history with its first-ever meeting focused on artificial intelligence. As the world acknowledges the transformative power of AI, global leaders and experts convened to discuss its potential risks and opportunities. AI’s far-reaching impact on humanity was emphasized during the meeting, with China cautioning against it becoming a “runaway horse,” […]

UN Security Council to discuss AI risks
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UN Security Council to discuss AI risks

The United Nations Security Council will have its first official discussion on artificial intelligence this week in New York. Governments from all around the world are debating how to lessen the risks posed by developing AI technology, which has the potential to alter the global economy and the nature of international security. This month, Britain […]

UN food aid deliveries by AI robots could begin 2024
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UN food aid deliveries by AI robots could begin 2024

AI-powered robotic vehicles might transport food boxes to disaster and conflict zones, thereby saving the lives of aid workers by as early as next year. According to the United Nations, there are now more violent conflicts than ever before, which has led to an increase in attacks on humanitarian workers. The fighting in Sudan cost […]

UN issues policy paper to combat hate speech
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UN issues policy paper to combat hate speech

The United Nations Office on Genocide Prevention and Responsibility released a new policy paper on hate speech online on Wednesday. The News Agency of Nigeria reported that the paper, “Countering and Addressing Online Hate Speech: A Guide for Policy Makers and Practitioners” was created in collaboration with the Economic and Social Research Council Human Rights, Big Data, […]

UN to host "AI for Good Global Summit"
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UN to host “AI for Good Global Summit”

The United Nations is leading the charge in convening a monumental gathering this week, bringing together influential voices from across the globe to chart the course for artificial intelligence and unlock its potential to empower humanity. The “AI for Good Global Summit,” a two-day event taking place in Geneva, has attracted over 3,000 experts hailing […]