Beijing, July 22: The history of technological revolutions has consistently added new dimensions to human capabilities and the definition of humanity. However, artificial intelligence (AI) is ushering in a transformation that is far more profound. It is no longer just recording reality; it is beginning to predict it.
AI now not only reflects the current state of the world but also organizes future possibilities before they emerge. In this context, prediction has evolved from merely describing potential future outcomes to actively shaping the forthcoming times.
The most pressing question surrounding AI is not whether machines can think like humans, but rather what kind of authority their decisions are acquiring. Who grants this authority? Who determines accountability? Ultimately, what kind of future will this create for humanity?
According to a global online survey conducted by CGTN, 85.4% of respondents believe that the rapid development of AI poses new challenges for global security and governance.
A staggering 92.6% expressed concern that deepfakes and AI-generated misinformation could undermine the very foundation of social trust. Meanwhile, 87.8% feared that technological barriers and “digital walls” could fragment global scientific and technological collaboration. These findings indicate that the challenges posed by AI extend far beyond technology itself. Strengthening global governance in the age of AI and fostering broad international consensus has become a shared necessity.
The survey also revealed that 82.6% of respondents believe that developing countries and the Global South should play a more significant role in establishing AI governance rules to ensure fairness and inclusivity in the system.
Furthermore, 87.5% of people hope that the international community will work together to promote accessible and inclusive AI, preventing technology from becoming a new source of inequality. These findings not only reflect the shared expectations of the global public regarding AI governance but also highlight a growing international sentiment that the future of AI administration should be defined by openness, collaboration, and inclusivity rather than monopolistic practices and regulatory barriers.
(Source: China Media Group, Beijing)
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