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Elizabeth Kelly (AISI): How will the US AI Safety Institute lead the US and globe in AI safety?

Oct 31, 2024
Elizabeth Kelly, Director of the U.S. Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute (AISI), discusses pivotal AI safety initiatives and the recent National Security Memorandum on AI. She highlights the significance of the Biden Executive Order aimed at innovation and consumer protection. Kelly shares insights on AISI's role in promoting collaboration between the industry and government, partnerships with major AI firms, and the upcoming inaugural AI safety summit. The conversation emphasizes the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration to mitigate AI risks and ensure safe practices.
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  • The U.S. AI Safety Institute's mission is to enhance AI safety by developing testing methods that mitigate associated risks globally.
  • The recent National Security Memorandum emphasizes the necessity of a structured approach to foster innovation while ensuring AI safety and accountability.

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Mission of the AI Safety Institute

The AI Safety Institute aims to enhance the safety of advanced AI systems by understanding and addressing associated risks. This involves developing testing and evaluation methods that accelerate safe AI innovation globally. Recognizing that safety fosters trust, which in turn promotes adoption and innovation, the Institute's mission aligns with the broader goals outlined in the Executive Order on AI. Established following a directive from the Vice President, the Institute emphasizes the necessity of safety in technological advancement.

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