Bill Gates says getting countries to agree on AI safety rules will be harder than Cold War nuclear arms negotiations.

The Microsoft co-founder says international cooperation on emerging technology faces unprecedented diplomatic barriers.

The article notes that, unlike warheads, digital code spreads across borders without heavy infrastructure or traceable supply chains.

Gates insists public anxiety about AI safety is justified, contradicting political figures who dismiss the concerns.

A Politico headline in the article says Gates believes an AI kill switch is not enough.

A Guardian headline cited says Gates warned unchecked AI could cause a billion deaths.

Reuters reported that Gates joined calls for AI safeguards, including legislation, according to the article.

The article says such proposals typically include mandatory safety evaluations, transparent development, and shared international standards.

The piece says many tech pioneers now see voluntary corporate guidelines as insufficient.

Read the full article on Bill Gates and the push for global AI rules.