AI is a double-edged sword for Indigenous stewardship, say U.N. experts

Mongabay
Apr 24, 2026, 11:05 am102 ptsTrending
This story is republished through the Indigenous News Alliance. At the 2026 United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, or UNPFII, in New York, experts warned of the opportunities and dangers of using artificial intelligence (AI) in conservation and climate adaptation efforts. AI can support the…

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