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Siliconsciousness - A Delicate Balance: Promoting AI Growth While Containing Myriad Risks: The White House Perspective
Jun 3, 2024
White House Special Advisor on AI Ben Buchanan discusses the challenges and progress in AI governance. Topics include balancing innovation with national security concerns, educating lawmakers on AI complexities, addressing safety risks like bias in algorithms, and exploring AI's advancements in biology and scientific innovation. The podcast highlights the potential benefits of AI in tackling complex problems and teases future conversations on the topic.
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Quick takeaways
- The White House is actively working to promote beneficial growth in AI while managing risks and completing the National Strategic Memorandum for a comprehensive AI policy.
- Investing in AI for national security involves strategic measures like the Chips Act to prevent adversaries from exploiting advanced AI, emphasizing innovation and technology advancements.
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The Progress of Executive Order on AI Implementation
The podcast episode discusses the progress made in implementing the executive order on AI. Colleagues across the government have met 100% of the deadlines set by the order within 210 days. Despite this accomplishment, there is an acknowledgment that more work lies ahead to fully realize the goals of the order, including the completion of the National Strategic Memorandum. The focus is on not only meeting current deadlines but also building on this foundation for a comprehensive AI policy.
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