Google, OpenAI, Microsoft, and Anthropic have come together to form the Frontier Model Forum, an industry body dedicated to promoting the safe and responsible development of frontier AI models. As the demand for regulatory oversight in the field of AI grows, these tech giants aim to leverage their technical expertise for the benefit of the entire AI ecosystem. Their primary objective is to create a public library of solutions that support industry best practices and standards, advancing AI safety research while minimizing potential risks.
The Frontier Model Forum has outlined several key goals. Firstly, it aims to promote responsible AI development by sharing knowledge and best practices with policymakers, academics, and civil society. Secondly, the forum seeks to identify safety best practices specific to frontier AI models. While the current members comprise Google, OpenAI, Microsoft, and Anthropic, the forum remains open to new organizations that actively develop and deploy frontier AI models and prioritize model safety.
Kent Walker, President of Global Affairs at Google & Alphabet, expressed enthusiasm about working together to promote responsible AI innovation and ensure that AI benefits are accessible to everyone. The forum plans to establish an Advisory Board that represents diverse backgrounds and perspectives to guide its strategy and priorities. Alongside this, the founding companies will establish institutional arrangements, including governance, a charter, funding, and a working group, all facilitated by an executive board.
Over the next year, the Frontier Model Forum will concentrate on three main areas to support the safe and responsible development of frontier AI models. Firstly, it will focus on promoting knowledge sharing and best practices among industry players, governments, civil society, and academia. Secondly, the forum will support the AI safety ecosystem by identifying critical research questions on AI safety that need to be addressed. Lastly, it will foster collaboration and responsible development of AI technologies by facilitating information sharing among companies and governments.
The founding companies also plan to engage with civil society and governments to gather input on the Forum’s design and explore opportunities for meaningful collaboration. By adhering to these guidelines, the Frontier Model Forum aims to foster responsible development and ensure the safe deployment of AI technologies.
