It’s no secret that ever since its launch, ChatGPT has ushered in a new era of artificial intelligence, with many companies now ramping up their efforts to develop something similar. However, as this technology advances, concerns about its safety and potential risks are also growing. In particular, US President Joe Biden has emphasized the need for caution and urged companies to prioritize safety before releasing their AI products to the public.
In a recent meeting with his council of advisors on science and technology, including executives from Google and Microsoft, Biden discussed the potential risks and opportunities that rapid AI advancement poses to the country.
Further stating that while AI has the potential to help solve some of the world’s most difficult challenges, such as climate change, it also presents significant risks to society, the economy, and national security.
“Tech companies have a responsibility, in my view, to make sure their products are safe before making them public,” says President Biden.
Concerns about misinformation
President Biden is particularly concerned that the rise of AI chatbots like ChatGPT and image and video generator AIs like Synthesia can cause an influx of misinformation in the public, as AI-generated content is already indistinguishable from human-created content.
He has called for tech companies to prioritize safety and ensure that their AI products do not harm individuals or society, given the ease with which AI tools can be used to create misleading or false content.
However, it’s worth noting that the US government has no plans to ban AI, unlike what happened in Italy. Instead, the Biden administration aims to develop guidelines and regulations, like the Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights, that promote responsible AI practices while safeguarding individual rights and freedoms. By working collaboratively with tech companies, policymakers can create a safer and more transparent AI landscape that benefits everyone.
2023-04-05 15:04:40