Biden Calls for Addressing Risks Posed by AI to National Security and Economy
U.S. President Joe Biden on Tuesday called for the need to address the risks posed by artificial intelligence to national security and the economy, adding that he would seek expert advice in this regard.
“My administration is committed to protecting the rights and safety of Americans, protecting privacy, combating bias and disinformation, and securing artificial intelligence systems before they go live,” Biden said at an event in San Francisco.
And Biden met with a group of civil society leaders who have previously criticized the influence of Big Tech to discuss artificial intelligence.
“I wanted to hear directly from the experts,” he added.
Many governments are exploring how to mitigate the risks associated with the new technology, which has increased its investment and popularity since the launch of a Microsoft-backed company (Open AI), the “ChatGBT” chatbot.
Biden’s meeting was attended by Tristan Harris, executive director of the Center for Humane Technology, founder of the Algorithmic Justice League, Joey Polamvini, and Stanford University professor Rob Reich.
Regulating the Use of Generative AI
Regulators around the world are trying to establish rules governing the use of generative AI, which can generate text and images.
Biden also recently discussed AI with other world leaders, including British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, whose government will host the technology’s first global security summit this year.
Expected Discussion with Indian Prime Minister
Biden is expected to discuss the issue with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his current visit to the US.
EU Lawmakers Approve Changes to Draft AI Rules
European Union lawmakers last week approved changes to the draft AI rules proposed by the European Commission to set a global standard for technology used in everything from automated factories to self-driving cars and chatbots.
In conclusion, the risks associated with artificial intelligence have become a global concern. Biden’s call for expert advice and discussions with world leaders and civil society experts show the need for greater regulation and governance of AI. It remains to be seen how this will be achieved, but the conversation has started, and it is a step in the right direction towards securing the safety and rights of individuals and economies.
