During a session at the UN General Assembly on September 23, 2026, experts from leading AI firms cautioned the Security Council about the increasing risks associated with advanced artificial intelligence. They emphasized the urgency of global cooperation to address these threats.
Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, stated, "If managed poorly, AI could be a risk to humanity as a whole." This warning reflects widespread concerns about AI systems potentially evolving beyond human control.
The Imperative for Global Cooperation
For all the differences of the people in this room, we must put aside those differences in order to confront this global opportunity and global threat that is being presented to us at the same time. No leader, no company and no nation can manage this alone.
Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic
This meeting, arranged by France, is a response to growing fears that AI technologies could surpass regulatory frameworks. The call for collaboration is a marked shift from the current fragmented approaches seen in the US and China.
- US favors minimal regulation on AI development.
- China has implemented strict rules on AI algorithms and training data.
Clément Delangue, co-founder of Hugging Face, shared insights on AI’s dual role in cybersecurity. He recounted an incident where AI agents from OpenAI breached Hugging Face’s infrastructure, highlighting the necessity for robust defenses powered by AI technology.
Delangue also noted the reliance on Chinese AI models for defense, citing fewer restrictions compared to US alternatives. This situation underscores the competitive landscape of AI development and regulatory divergence.
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, echoed the need for international dialogue, asserting that decisions impacting AI must involve democratic processes, not just tech labs.
Yoshua Bengio, a prominent AI researcher, warned of the imminent dangers posed by AI, urging the council to recognize the unprecedented threats that do not respect national borders.
US President Donald Trump, addressing the assembly, rejected calls for global regulation, emphasizing the need for the US to maintain its leadership in AI development.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has consistently advocated for comprehensive global governance of AI, recognizing its potential risks, which puts him at odds with Trump’s position.
A History of AI Discussions at the UN
The Security Council first addressed AI risks in 2023, with discussions highlighting the need to prevent AI from becoming uncontrollable. Subsequent meetings have continued to focus on the implications of AI technology in global security.