The Importance of Global Governance and Technology in the Age of AI

The podcast episode dives into the significance of global governance in addressing the challenges presented by emerging technologies, specifically artificial intelligence (AI). The episode emphasizes the need for collaboration and shared frameworks among various actors, including governments, international organizations, the private sector, and civil society. The discussion acknowledges the complexities and diverging interests involved in governing critical and emerging technologies, highlighting the need for minimum standards and regulations to mitigate risks and harness opportunities. It also touches on the role of technology in shaping and mediating global governance, with a focus on the interconnectedness of issues and the dissemination of information through algorithms and social media. The episode highlights the shared expectation for global governance, despite the current challenges and disparities in power dynamics among states. It concludes with a discussion on the new research program on AI and global governance at the Global Governance Institute, focusing on governance, digital authoritarianism, and international law and security aspects of AI.