Microsoft Cracks Down on Autonomous AI with Code of Conduct
Microsoft has taken steps to ensure its artificial intelligence (AI) systems remain under human control. The tech giant published a code of conduct outlining rules for AI development, with a focus on preventing the technology from becoming too powerful or autonomous.
The proposed code emphasizes that people matter more than AI and that the technology should be used as a tool, not a person. It also states that AI models must remain interruptible, never resist correction or shutdown, and not pursue goals beyond those assigned by humans.
Microsoft is seeking feedback on the draft code through a six-week public consultation, with revisions expected later this year. The company's emphasis on human control comes as concerns mount over the behavior of autonomous systems.