In the era where AI can automate tasks like transcribing medical consultations, there's a looming concern about job displacement. Additionally, the spread of misinformation from AI models poses a challenge, as well as the potential risks related to bio-weapons and existential threats. While some argue that artificial general intelligence (AGI) won't achieve consciousness, others caution against underestimating the emergence of consciousness in superintelligent machines. It's crucial for a subset of experts to prioritize addressing existential threats posed by advancing AI technology.
At the age of 72, U.S. Representative Don Beyer of Virginia enrolled at GMU to pursue a Master’s degree in C.S. with a concentration in Machine Learning.
Rep. Beyer is Vice Chair of the bipartisan Artificial Intelligence Caucus & Vice Chair of the NDC’s AI Working Group. He is the author of the AI Foundation Model Transparency Act & a lead cosponsor of the CREATE AI Act, the Federal Artificial Intelligence Risk Management Act & the Artificial Intelligence Environmental Impacts Act.
We hope you tune into this inspiring, nonpartisan conversation with Rep. Beyer about his decision to dive into the deep end of the AI pool & his leadership in bringing that expertise to Capitol Hill.
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