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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Technology
Dan Milmo Global technology editor

AI firms must be held responsible for harm they cause, ‘godfathers’ of technology say

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The scales of justice transform into pixelated data. Composite: Guardian Design/Getty Images

Powerful artificial intelligence systems threaten social stability and AI companies must be made liable for harms caused by their products, a group of senior experts including two “godfathers” of the technology has warned.

Tuesday’s intervention was made as international politicians, tech companies, academics and civil society figures prepare to gather at Bletchley Park next week for a summit on AI safety.

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