Call for Inclusivity and Global Equality in Artificial Intelligence Policies
Ahead of the 2027 Geneva summit, AI expert Martin Wählisch emphasizes that the global AI discourse must evolve from merely focusing on doing good to establishing a framework that is fair for everyone.
While artificial intelligence technologies hold the potential to accelerate global development, the concentration of power and infrastructure in the hands of just a few companies and countries risks excluding developing countries. Experts note that the 2027 summit to be held in Geneva is a crucial opportunity to change this trajectory.
Global Power Distribution in Artificial Intelligence
While global discussions on artificial intelligence typically revolve around technical capabilities, risks, and security measures, the political economy of AI is being overlooked. Critical issues such as the ownership of data centers, model development, and profitability remain in the hands of a few major actors.
Trend Toward Monopolization in the Industry
While US-based Amazon, Microsoft, and Google control the cloud market, Taiwan's TSMC handles advanced semiconductor manufacturing, and Nvidia stands out in the supply of AI chips. This situation forces other governments to procure technology from external sources.
Risk of a New Exploitation Economy
Infrastructure concentration lays the groundwork for the emergence of a new exploitation economy where data, human creativity, and energy are sourced on a global scale, yet the resulting added value flows to platform owners.
An Artificial Intelligence Vision for Everyone
In order to balance existing inequalities, it is advocated that the approach shift from a mindset focused on doing good to the principle of artificial intelligence for everyone. The goal is for countries to possess the necessary skills, research, and infrastructure to develop AI suited to their own conditions.
The Role of the 2027 Geneva Summit
International Geneva bears the responsibility of hosting the global AI summit to be held in 2027 as an inclusive platform. The aim is to reduce the barriers facing developing countries through the power of diplomacy.