Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, has urged for the establishment of an international artificial intelligence (AI) regulatory agency by 2024. In an interview with The New York Times, Altman expressed his concerns about the rapid advancement of AI technology and the potential risks it poses if left unchecked. He emphasized the need for a global regulatory body to oversee the development and deployment of AI systems, ensuring they are safe and aligned with human values. Altman highlighted the importance of proactive regulation, stating that “we need to get ahead of this before it gets ahead of us.” He believes that an international agency could establish guidelines, standards, and oversight mechanisms to mitigate potential risks associated with AI, such as existential threats, privacy violations, and unintended consequences. Altman’s call for regulation comes amid growing concerns about the ethical implications of AI and the need for responsible development and deployment of these powerful technologies.