Human values must to make AI transition ‘less disruptive’
Nahyan hails the ‘Machines Can See’ summit as an initiative that explicitly incorporates the values of tolerance and coexistence into every aspect of AI
Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, said that human values are needed to make the transition to Artificial Intelligence (AI) more inclusive and less disruptive for everyone, stating that creative approaches to innovation and technological development are crucial to continued economic growth and societal success.
Speaking at the “Machines Can See” Global Summit 2024, held recently at Dubai’s Museum of the Future (MOTF), Sheikh Nahyan highlighted the need to ensure the preservation of humanity while continuing innovation towards a future that is safe, fulfilling, prosperous, and tolerant for all.
“We must always be concerned for the welfare of all human beings and be willing to take action to see that everyone has a positive future and a high quality of life. We witness that concern acted upon daily here in the UAE, which looks forward to a future where successful economies around the globe are human economies that incorporate human values and needs into how growth and progress are achieved. Under the UAE’S wise leadership, the nation acts on the conviction that tolerance and human fraternity must shape technological innovation,” he said.
Sheikh Nahyan hailed the “Machines Can See” summit as an initiative that explicitly incorporates the values of tolerance and coexistence into every aspect of AI.
One of the most prominent summits for AI, Machine Learning (ML), and Computer Vision (CV), the “Machines Can See” event brought leading subject experts from around the world. The event was organised in collaboration with the UAE’S Ministry of Artificial Intelligence.
The annual summit explored trends in generative AI, computer vision, investment, and education in line with the UAE’S strategy to position Dubai as the world’s AI capital.
“The exponential growth of applied Generative AI over the past 18 months drives innovations, creating new markets, new industries, and even a new society. The collective quest to achieve these breakthroughs will improve the quality of life for us all, and it is both exciting and inspiring. However, we must remain aware of our work’s ethical and moral dimensions as innovations affect the economy and society with unforeseen and unintended consequences when implementing new technology,” Sheikh Nahyan remarked.
The Minister said that it reminded the ethical and moral dimension that demands our attention and concern.
“Our ability as humans to achieve the benefits of AI and machine learning while avoiding potential pitfalls will require consideration and support in at least three areas, including assessment of the human desirability of the design choices, regulations to ensure responsible adoption and application, and global cooperation to address both the opportunities and challenges embedded in the technology.”
He added that tolerance and shared human values are the key to effectively addressing all three of these requirements and to helping realise AI’S economic and social benefits.
“We regularly review and refine the laws and regulations needed to ensure that technology does not outpace our ability to manage it. We collaborate with others around the world for a future of peace and prosperity for all,” Sheikh Nahyan concluded.
For his part, Omar Bin Sultan Al Olama,
Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, said, “The UAE is advancing towards its visionary goal of becoming a global leader in AI by 2031 with a strategic focus on fostering groundbreaking advancements and unlocking a plethora of transformative opportunities across economic, educational, and societal realms. This will catalyse unprecedented growth for its citizens, governmental entities, and businesses. The nation aims to significantly expand its economic footprint on the global stage, positioning itself as a formidable force in key domains of strategic importance by harnessing the power of Ai-driven solutions.”
The event also witnessed the announcement of the results of the Generative Interior Design Challenge.
Thirty two teams participated in this challenge from across the world.
Team DECEM secured first place, winning US$ 7,000 followed by team STABLEDESIGN and team XENONSTACK, securing second and third places respectively.