Hong Kong to set up ‘AI city brain’ to boost disaster response and public safety

Hong Kong is establishing an "AI city brain" system to enhance its capabilities in responding to extreme weather, major incidents, and public order management. This initiative, outlined by Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu, also includes the creation of an artificial intelligence commissioner role to address emerging challenges. The city's first five-year plan previously established a vision for technological advancement. The policy address detailed seven key areas of AI risk governance, which encompass combating AI-related crime and implementing management guidelines for AI agents.