As the United Nations and its Member States urgently consider the global governance of Artificial Intelligence, we have consolidated information on this page to inspire and guide discussions. The information presented here reflects current thinking at the United Nations University, and beyond, on the ethics, policy, and global governance of AI. The content will grow as the conversation evolves and new ideas and perspectives emerge.
Highlights
Blog Post
Understanding the UN’s new international treaty to fight cybercrime
Can the UN's new International Convention Against Cybercrime balance law enforcement, privacy, and human rights?
Blog Post
Five ways local AI ecosystems can foster climate action
Exploring how AI ecosystems in developing countries can innovate for climate action.
Publications
Brief
A Global Architecture for Artificial Intelligence
Consolidating key questions surrounding global AI governance.
Working Paper
Addressing the Challenges of Creating a Global AI Architecture
New working paper outlines key questions surrounding the global governance of Artificial Intelligence.
Working Paper
Towards a UN Role in Governing Foundation Artificial Intelligence Models
Working paper considers UN governance strategies for Artificial Intelligence and the newly announced Multistakeholder Advisory Body on AI.
Brief
The Use of Synthetic Data to Train AI Models: Opportunities and Risks for Sustainable Development
This technology brief explores the potential of synthetic data to accelerate the attainment of the SDGs through AI in the Global South.
Commentary
Blog Post
Artificial intelligence and deliberation: an argument with machines
How is AI shaping the deliberation process and what can be done to ensure this technology supports rather than undermines human judgement?
Blog Post
Understanding the UN’s new international treaty to fight cybercrime
Can the UN's new International Convention Against Cybercrime balance law enforcement, privacy, and human rights?
Blog Post
Five ways local AI ecosystems can foster climate action
Exploring how AI ecosystems in developing countries can innovate for climate action.
Blog Post
An International Decade for Data: Multistakeholder Cooperation in a Data-Driven World
A global vision for data cooperation to bridge the digital divide and spur international investment.
Blog Post
US Executive Order on AI: Takeaways for Global AI Governance
What does the Executive Order reveal about the US approach to AI global governance and what impacts can we expect from its implementation?
Blog Post
Improving the Design of Geospatial Analysis for Anticipatory Action
Exploring approaches that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of humanitarian action – thereby saving more lives, properties, and livelihoods.
Blog Post
Making the Global Digital Compact a reality
Four steps to establish a responsible, inclusive and equitable data future.
AI and Peacebuilding
Report
Predictive Technologies in Conflict Prevention: Practical and Policy Considerations for the Multilateral System
Adoption strategies that mitigate challenges related to the uptake of predictive technologies.
Brief
Artificial Intelligence-Powered Disinformation and Conflict
New policy brief explores recent developments in Artificial Intelligence and their impact on disinformation-fueled conflict.
