What is the MIT AI Risk Repository?

A living database of AI risks extracted from 74 frameworks, taxonomies and papers, classified by a causal taxonomy (entity, intent, timing) and a domain taxonomy (7 domains, 24 subdomains). Published by the MIT AI Risk Initiative under CC BY 4.0.

Can I download the filtered risk list?

Yes. Apply filters and use Export CSV or Export JSON; the file carries the source, licence and citation so it can be reused with attribution.

MIT AI Risk Repository

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Name: MIT AI Risk Repository: AI Risk Database (browseable copy)
Creator: MIT AI Risk Initiative
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2 risk entries extracted from 74 frameworks, coded by domain, subdomain, causal entity, intent and timing. Filter, then export the current selection with its licence and citation attached.

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41.06.00 · Risk Category

Environment

"AI is already helping to combat the impact of climate change with smart technology and sensors reducing emissions. However, it is also a key component in the development of nanobots, which could have dangerous environmental impacts by invisibly modifying substances at nanoscale."

From The Rise of Artificial Intelligence - Future Outlooks and Emerging Risks (Allianz2018)

Domain 6 6.6 AI Unintentional Post-deployment
41.06.01 · Risk Sub-Category

Environment

Accelerated development of nanotechnology produces uncontrolled production of toxic nanoparticles

"AI is a key component for the development of nanobots, which could have dangerous environmental implications by invisibly modifying substances at nanoscale. For example, nanobots could start chemical reactions that would create invisible nanoparticles that are toxic and potentially lethal."

From The Rise of Artificial Intelligence - Future Outlooks and Emerging Risks (Allianz2018)

Domain 6 6.6 AI Unintentional Post-deployment

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