BLOG POST: President Biden Unleashes “Most Sweeping Actions Ever” to Tackle AI Risks!
President Biden is taking the fight against artificial intelligence (AI) risks to the next level with a groundbreaking executive order. The White House is calling it a “landmark” order that contains the “most sweeping actions ever taken to protect Americans from the potential risks of AI systems.”
But what does this order entail?
Sharing Safety Test Results with the Government
One of the key requirements of the executive order is that AI developers must share their safety-test results, known as red-team testing, with the federal government. This will ensure that AI systems are safe, secure, and trustworthy before they are made public. The National Institute of Standards and Technology will be responsible for setting rigorous standards for extensive red-team testing.
Applying Standards to Critical Infrastructure
To further protect Americans, the Department of Homeland Security will apply these rigorous standards to critical infrastructure sectors and establish the AI Safety and Security Board. The Departments of Energy and Homeland Security will also address AI systems’ threats to critical infrastructure, as well as chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and cybersecurity risks.
Considering AI’s Impact on the Labor Market
Concerns about AI putting people out of work have not gone unnoticed. The executive order will help federal support workers facing labor disruptions caused by AI. A report will be produced on AI’s potential labor-market impacts, and options for strengthening federal support for affected workers will be identified.
Fighting AI-Enabled Fraud
The executive order also aims to protect Americans from AI-enabled fraud. By establishing standards and best practices, it will allow for the differentiation between AI-generated and authentic content. The Department of Commerce will develop guidance for content authentication and watermarking, making it easier for Americans to know that the communications they receive from the government are authentic.
Building on Bipartisan AI Forum
The moves by the White House come after the Senate hosted its first-ever bipartisan AI forum. This executive order signals a commitment to addressing the risks associated with AI and encouraging responsible innovation.
But is this enough?
While experts consider this executive order a “first step,” some express doubts about its true effectiveness. More action will be required, and the administration plans to work with Congress to pursue bipartisan legislation that will keep America at the forefront of responsible innovation.
The question remains: Will President Biden’s executive order be enough to protect Americans from the potential risks of AI? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
Greg Norman is a reporter at Fox News Digital.
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