The Lawfare Podcast Lawfare Daily: AI Regulation and Free Speech: Navigating the Government’s Tightrope
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Nov 25, 2024 
Eugene Volokh, a First Amendment law expert, Chinny Sharma, who specializes in AI regulation, and Paul Ohm, known for his work on technology and copyright, engage in a thought-provoking discussion on the complexities of regulating AI while protecting free speech. They explore the challenges of managing AI-generated content, the implications for defamation law, and the delicate balance between innovation and accountability. The conversation emphasizes the need for nuanced regulatory frameworks and highlights potential dangers of misinformation in the evolving digital landscape.
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AI Speech and First Amendment
- AI-generated speech is protected by the First Amendment, subject to exceptions like libel.
- AI differs from the internet, as its generative nature poses novel free speech issues.
AI's Transformative Impact
- AI's transformative potential is significant, possibly exceeding the internet's impact.
- Its generative nature introduces complex regulatory challenges.
Restricting AI Outputs and Listener Rights
- The government restricting certain AI outputs raises First Amendment concerns.
- Listeners have a right to access information, even controversial viewpoints, similar to Lamont v. Postmaster General.