Gregory Allen, Director of the Wadhwani Center for AI and Advanced Technologies, discusses the bipartisan roadmap for AI policy, the debate on regulating AI in different sectors like autonomous cars, challenges of transparency in AI algorithms, and the differing US and EU approaches to AI regulation. The podcast also delves into the impact of AI on elections, the political landscape around AI regulation, and considerations for the competitive AI landscape.
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Regulating AI focuses on deepfakes in elections to address interference issues.
Challenges in AI regulation involve issues of transparency, bias, and systemic risks.
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Challenges in Congressional Understanding of Big Tech
Congress often struggles with the complexities of regulating big tech firms, highlighting the need for more informed policymaking. An AI policy roadmap proposed by a group of senators emphasizes the importance of allocating $32 billion annually for AI research and enforcing legislation against deepfakes in elections, while opting for piecemeal approach to AI legislation, sparking criticism for being too vague.
AI Regulation: Focus on Deepfakes and Election Interference
Lawmakers are considering regulating AI with a focus on deepfakes, particularly in the context of election interference. Legal efforts have been initiated to address issues of synthetic media, AI bias in hiring decisions, and potential risks posed by AI in critical infrastructure.
Challenges of Regulating General Purpose AI Technologies
Regulating general-purpose AI technologies like large language models presents unique challenges compared to application-specific systems. Issues around bias, transparency, and accountability are critical in navigating the regulation of AI technologies that have diverse applications and potential systemic risks.
Future Directions in AI Policy and Regulation
Future AI policy debates may center on areas like privacy, intellectual property, and the balance between fostering innovation and mitigating AI-related risks. While bipartisan support exists for specific initiatives like addressing deepfakes in elections, the broader landscape of AI regulation may involve more nuanced approaches and evolving standards.
Last month, a bipartisan group of senators unveiled a roadmap for artificial intelligence policy, proposing $32 billion in funding to support AI research. The plan has raised numerous questions about whether and how the government intends to regulate the rapidly evolving tech industry, especially in areas related to copyright and privacy. In this installment of the 538 Politics podcast, Galen speaks with Gregory Allen, Director of the Wadhwani Center for AI and Advanced Technologies, about the politics of AI regulation.