The DSR Network FTS: A Conversation with an Architect of the Biden's Administration's AI Strategy
May 25, 2025
Arati Prabhakar, Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, dives into the Biden administration's ambitious approach to artificial intelligence. She outlines the challenges of integrating AI into public services and the need for robust frameworks like the AI Bill of Rights. The conversation highlights the competitive race in AI between democratic and authoritarian systems and the importance of the U.S. maintaining its edge through strategic investments in technology and innovation, all while tackling global inequalities in AI access.
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Balanced AI Strategy Focus
- The Biden administration prioritizes AI risk management while also planning to use AI for transformative, large-scale benefits.
- Implementation involves government-wide action, company commitments, bipartisan legislation, and global engagement.
AI's Dual Nature Explained
- AI is a powerful technology with both bright and dark sides, impacting many areas including safety, bias, and privacy.
- Success depends on managing risks such as bias, misinformation, and privacy exposure while advancing AI's benefits.
Addressing AI Election Risks
- AI can amplify election interference risks, requiring coordinated government action from DOJ and DHS.
- An AI Bill of Rights articulates core values to guide rapid tech changes and government policy.