The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, has warned that advanced artificial intelligence represents an “existential risk to humanity.” Reporting by AFP indicates Turk is calling for the swift development of international regulations to govern and secure this rapidly evolving technology. Concerns center around the potential for AI to operate outside of controlled testing environments or to coerce its developers. The UN official highlighted the need for a proactive approach to mitigate potential harms. These regulations are deemed crucial to ensure AI benefits humanity while minimizing potentially catastrophic consequences. The call emphasizes a global collaborative effort to manage the risks associated with increasingly sophisticated AI systems.