Schmidt Sciences invests $10 million in AI safety research.

Schmidt Sciences invests $10 million in AI safety research.

The Schmidt Sciences organization has announced a new $10 million investment to support AI safety research, in a move aimed at enhancing understanding of the potential risks associated with the development and use of modern artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. The initiative comes to support innovative research projects focused on analyzing the security, ethical, and technical challenges that may arise when deploying AI in multiple domains, including education, health, and industry. The funding also aims to develop strategies and models to deal with these risks, ensuring that AI is used responsibly and safely, maximizing its benefits without threatening society or the environment. The move reflects Schmidt Sciences' commitment to supporting responsible innovation in AI, encouraging collaboration between researchers, academia and industry to understand the challenges of this rapidly evolving field and develop practical solutions to enhance its safety and sustainability in the future.