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The first legally binding international AI treaty, known as the AI Convention, has been signed by countries including European Union members, the United States, and Britain. The treaty, which has been in development for years, aims to address the risks associated with AI while promoting responsible innovation. Shabana Mahmood, Britain's justice minister, said: "This Convention is a major step to ensuring that these new technologies can be harnessed without eroding our oldest values, like human rights and the rule of law." The AI Convention focuses on protecting the human rights of individuals affected by AI systems and is distinct from the EU AI Act, which regulates AI within the EU internal market. The Council of Europe, an international organization with 47 member countries, initiated the framework for this treaty in 2019.
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Rob Lucas, chief executive of CVC Capital, has cautioned that tax increases on wealth could lead to a significant departure of financiers from London. He said: "The international finance world is an incredibly dynamic world. People are moving all the time," highlighting the potential impact of tax changes on the decisions of non-British partners and staff. The Chancellor is considering adjustments to capital gains taxes and a crackdown on carried interest, which is currently taxed between 18% and 28%. Despite these concerns, Lucas believes that changes to carried interest will not significantly affect CVC's operations. Fred Watt, CVC's chief financial officer, expressed confidence that the government will ensure the UK remains competitive in attracting investment.
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