South Korea Says It Cannot Afford to Slow AI Development
Science minister emphasizes responsible development as global debate grows over calls to curb the pace of frontier AI
South Korea's science minister said the country cannot afford to slow down its development of artificial intelligence, according to a report by Anadolu Agency.
The minister's remarks come amid a growing international debate over the pace of frontier AI development, following calls from some US technology executives to curb the speed at which advanced AI systems are being built and deployed.
While stressing the need to keep pace with AI advancement, the minister also underscored the importance of responsible development, according to the report.
The statement reflects broader tensions in the global AI industry between competitive pressure to advance the technology rapidly and concerns raised by some industry figures about potential risks associated with unchecked development of powerful AI systems.
South Korea has positioned itself as a significant player in technology development, and the government's stance suggests it intends to continue investing in AI capabilities despite international calls for caution from parts of the US tech sector.
Further details on specific policy measures or investment plans were not immediately available.
Sources
- South Korea says it 'cannot afford' to slow AI development — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
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