Technology · 6 July 2026

UN chief urges global rules as AI develops too fast

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned on Monday that artificial intelligence's progression is outstripping the pace of existing regulatory frameworks. Guterres called for global rules to address the rapid advancements in AI. Data centres that power AI technology increasingly strain electricity and water infrastructures.

By BriefTea Editorial · 6 July 2026 at 15:17

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