The Biden administration has requested public feedback on potential oversight processes for Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) technology in light of concerns about its impact on national security and education. This announcement was made on Tuesday.
Recently, ChatGPT has received much attention due to its remarkable capability of rapidly producing answers to many different questions. This A.I. program has become particularly appealing to U.S. legislators as it is the most successful consumer application in history, boasting over 100 million monthly users.
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration, an agency of the Commerce Department that offers advice to the White House concerning telecommunications and information policy, is seeking input due to increasing regulatory attention regarding an “accountability mechanism” for A.I.
The agency desires to ascertain if any precautions might be implemented to ensure security.
NTIA Administrator Alan Davidson says:
“That AI systems are legal, effective, ethical, safe, and otherwise trustworthy.”
“Responsible AI systems could bring enormous benefits, but only if we address their potential consequences and harms. For these systems to reach their full potential, companies and consumers need to be able to trust them,”
Last week, President Joe Biden remarked that it is yet to be determined whether Artificial Intelligence poses a threat.
President Joe Biden says:
“Tech companies have a responsibility, in my view, to make sure their products are safe before making them public,”
OpenAI, a California-based company, has created ChatGPT, which has produced mixed reactions; some users have been amazed at its swift responses to questions, while others were troubled by its mistakes. It is supported by Microsoft Corporation (MSFT.O).
NTIA intends to compile a report that examines the current state of affairs and will provide input for President Biden’s ongoing projects.
Alan Davidson went on to say:
“Efforts to ensure AI systems work as claimed – and without causing harm”
“Ensure a cohesive and comprehensive federal government approach to AI-related risks and opportunities.”
The Center for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Policy, a tech ethics organization, has requested that the U.S. Federal Trade Commission forbid OpenAI from launching any commercial versions of GPT-4 due to its inclination towards bias, untrustworthiness, and potential threats to privacy and public safety.
The U.S.’s study of possible rules to regulate A.I., including ChatGPT, is a significant step towards fostering responsible and ethical development and deployment of A.I. technologies. By engaging in meaningful discussions, considering diverse perspectives, and prioritizing ethical considerations, we can harness A.I.’s full potential for the benefit of society while minimizing potential risks.
Source: Reuters
