In these challenging times, artificial intelligence holds the potential to drive remarkable progress for humanity. The rapid and intricate evolution of generative AI is unparalleled, underscoring the importance of collective efforts by philanthropists, policymakers, civil society, and industry stakeholders to steer generative AI development that benefits society as a whole for years to come.
This vision relies on the responsible utilization of AI technologies and ensuring their accessibility to everyone, including countries, communities, and voices that stand to gain the most from them. We must avoid deepening global inequalities and further widening digital divides. Advancements in generative AI and their applications should be designed to benefit all members of society, rather than just those who already possess abundant resources or advantages.
At Omidyar Network together with our philanthropic partners, we are committing over $200 million to advance this mission. Stay tuned for more updates!
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Today, Vice President Kamala Harris announced a new framework on AI and social issues, highlighting key areas of work, from worker empowerment to transparency and accountability. In support, Omidyar Network and 9 other leading philanthropies have committed $200+ million in funding toward public interest efforts to mitigate AI harms and promote responsible use.
💬 “We are proud to stand with Vice President Kamala Harris and our many partners in philanthropy at this critical juncture for the future of AI. Together, we are committed to progress on the many important issues facing us as we navigate the implications of this new technology.
There is a clear opportunity and imperative for policymakers and philanthropy—alongside civil society and industry—to help bend the course of AI toward large-scale and broad-based benefits and away from both current and extreme harms.Vice President Harris’ leadership is deeply needed and appreciated as we focus on building a technological future that will safeguard democracy, freedom, and rights, and serve society for years to come.“
— Michele Lawrence Jawando, Senior Vice President, Omidyar Network
💡 Learn more about the new initiative: https://lnkd.in/eWzn6PWi
The David and Lucile Packard Foundation Democracy Fund Ford Foundation Heising-Simons Foundation MacArthur Foundation Mitchell Kapor Foundation Mozilla Open Society Foundations Wallace Global Fund
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Philanthropies Launch New Initiative to Ensure AI Advances the Public Interest - Omidyar Network
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4wYour leadership in embracing a holistic and strategic approach to AI is remarkable and rare, so I can't highlight enough how grateful I am to support your efforts. Thank you for this invitation to serve.