Alphabet, Google's parent company, has reversed its stance on avoiding artificial intelligence (AI) applications for weapons and surveillance.
On 4th February, the tech giant announced updates to its AI ethics principles, notably removing the pledge to avoid developing technology that could 'cause or is likely to cause overall harm.' Google's AI chief, Demis Hassabis, stated that the revisions reflect the evolving landscape, highlighting AI's growing role in enhancing 'national security.'
