In a move toward the ethical development and use of AI, tech giant Cisco Systems has joined Microsoft and IBM in signing a Vatican-sponsored pledge. The initiative aims to promote the responsible deployment of AI technology for the common good.
Chuck Robbins, CEO of Cisco Systems, formally approved the document, dubbed the Rome Appeal, during a private meeting with Pope Francis, according to Vatican sources. The pledge highlights the importance of designing and regulating AI systems to preserve the dignity of all individuals without discrimination, emphasizing principles such as transparency, inclusion, accountability, impartiality and security.
Originally presented at a Vatican conference on February 28, 2020, the Rome Call was first signed by Brad Smith of Microsoft and John Kelly III of IBM. Since then, it has garnered support from various entities, including universities, United Nations agencies, private companies and non-governmental organizations.governmental organizations.
Pope Francis has been a strong advocate for the ethical development of AI, devoting his annual peace message this year to the subject and calling for an international treaty to regulate the use of AI.
Archbishop Vincenzo Paglia, head of the Vatican’s AI initiative, expressed appreciation for Cisco’s involvement, citing the company’s expertise in infrastructure, security and data protection in AI material.
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While the rise of AI has captivated global attention, concerns about job cuts, privacy violations, copyright issues and potential ethical dilemmas surround the impact of AI. AI on human life.
Cisco Systems’ commitment to the Vatican AI Ethics Commitment demonstrates a collective effort by tech giants and religious institutions to address these pressing issues, fostering a future where AI serves the best interests of humanity while respecting fundamental ethical principles.
