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The Sunday Show

A Conversation with White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Director Arati Prabhakar

Jun 16, 2024
Dr. Arati Prabhakar, White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Director, discusses legislative efforts and aspirations for AI, balancing innovation with values in tech, impact of AI on labor, challenges for AI standards and talent in government, and reflections on tech policy and human choices.
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  • The White House prioritizes managing AI risks for maximizing benefits, focusing on public advancements and responsible innovation.
  • Leveraging AI to enhance government service delivery emphasizes customer needs, accessibility, and efficiency, with a focus on safety protocols and global governance.

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AI Prioritization for Public Missions

The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy hosted the 'AI Aspirations, R&D for Public Missions' event to address the prioritization of AI. Dr. Arathi Prabhakar highlighted the administration's focus on managing AI risks for maximizing benefits. Various government officials discussed AI applications in areas like cancer treatment, weather forecasting, clean energy, and enhancing government services. The goal is to harness AI's potential for significant public advancements and responsible innovation.

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