US and China Agree on AI Safety Mechanism Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit
US and Chinese officials met in New York to discuss establishing a communication mechanism for addressing serious AI incidents. The talks, held ahead of the Trump-Xi summit, focused on AI safety and trade issues. The agreement marks a step toward cooperation in managing AI risks.
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US and Chinese officials discussed creating a mechanism to communicate over potentially serious AI incidents during talks in New York on Sunday, as the two sides sought progress on technology and trade ahead of this week’s Trump-Xi summit.
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