@CFR_org: Last week in Rome, a group of Nobel laureates, academics, religious leaders, and former heads of state and government d…

Last week in Rome, a group of Nobel laureates, academics, religious leaders, and former heads of state and government drafted and signed a declaration addressing the dangers of artificial intelligence and nuclear weapons, and calling for disarmament negotiations. The goal of the meeting, convened by the Vatican, was not only to safeguard against machines making devastating decisions but also to ensure that the technology shaping the future is subject to responsible, ethical, and democratic rules. CFR expert Erin D. Dumbacher explains what the Rome Declaration contains and its parallels to discussions unfolding in Washington, DC.