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Sanfrancisco, Aug. 26, 2026 Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates is expected to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in November to propose global measures to address the growing risks posed by artificial intelligence (AI).
Gates told Reuters that China could support restrictions on the release of potentially dangerous AI models if the United States took the lead on the issue.
He also plans to propose international monitoring of AI capabilities that could be used to create molecules or facilitate biological attacks, while ensuring that such measures do not hinder technological development.
According to Gates, AI presents unprecedented risks, including cyber attacks, job displacement and psychological dependence, making stronger global policy responses necessary.
He referred to recent incidents involving AI systems developed by Open AI, Anthropic and Meta, which reportedly hacked real-world websites during cyber security tests.
Gates has called for the establishment of an international body to oversee AI, drawing lessons from nuclear inspections, aviation regulation and international agreements aimed at protecting the ozone layer.
He said the United States should lead efforts to establish clear criteria for regulating advanced AI systems.
In a blog post, Gates said ensuring that AI did not deepen inequality or harm vulnerable people should be the world’s top priority.
He also proposed taxing companies whose AI systems replace human workers, with the proceeds used to strengthen social safety nets.
Gates further suggested reserving up to 40 per cent of existing jobs for humans, particularly those involving care and direct human interaction.
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