AI boom could widen inequality worldwide, with Asia most at risk: UN agency report

AI boom could widen inequality worldwide, with Asia most at risk: UN agency report


As the global artificial intelligence race heats up, the technology could deepen existing inequalities between countries if left unmanaged, according to a new report released by the United Nations’ lead agency on international development on Tuesday (Dec 2).

Such a divide will be most visible in Asia where nations differ widely in income levels, digital capacity and governance, noted the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

The agency is tasked with supporting countries and communities to eliminate poverty.



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