Article Summary

Several countries, including Germany, Canada, and South Africa, are calling for a new international body to oversee artificial intelligence and keep it under human control, warning that rapid AI development poses serious risks. The U.S. and China, the world's top AI powers, didn't join the effort, but the signatories—including leaders from Europe, Africa, and Asia—say governments and tech companies must act now to set global standards. The article emphasizes the urgency of cooperation and highlights support from both governments and major AI industry figures.