OpenAI CEO Sam Altman to address UN Security Council on AI safety

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is scheduled to provide a briefing to the United Nations Security Council next Wednesday regarding the implications of artificial intelligence for international security. The session will take place during an open meeting of the 15-member council, following an invitation from France, which currently holds the rotating presidency of the Security Council for the month of September.

Altman’s presentation is expected to focus on the necessity of international coordination, the establishment of common safety standards, and the promotion of responsible development practices for AI technology. An OpenAI representative confirmed that the CEO will attend the session in person. The meeting was formally requested by France, whose internal memorandum to council members expressed deep concerns regarding the potential for the malicious misuse of artificial intelligence, urging the international community to take immediate, concerted action to mitigate these risks.

This upcoming address reflects growing global pressure on tech leaders and governments to implement robust safeguards as AI development accelerates. The Security Council has previously committed to monitoring the impact of emerging technologies, and this session represents a continuation of those efforts to address the intersection of rapid technological progress and global stability.