Updated On: 23 February, 2026 02:49 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Antonio Guterres warned of rising AI fragmentation due to technological rivalry and incompatible standards. The UN chief called for global interoperability benchmarks, science-led guardrails, and the creation of a Global Fund on AI to ensure inclusive access, risk-based govt

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres. File Pic
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Friday cited AI fragmentation risks, calling for global interoperability standards for better outcomes at the ‘India AI Impact Summit 2026’ here.
Guterres said that today, international cooperation is difficult. “Technological rivalry is growing. Without a common baseline, fragmentation wins, with different regions and different countries operating under incompatible policies and technical standards,” he warned.