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Tech Titans Advocate for AI Regulation in Closed-Door Meeting with U.S. Lawmakers

Marian RomainebyMarian Romaine
September 13, 2023
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Tech Titans Advocate for AI Regulation in Closed-Door Meeting with U.S. Lawmakers
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Prominent technology leaders, including Tesla CEO Elon Musk, Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg, and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai, convened at Capitol Hill for a private discussion with lawmakers on Wednesday. The focus of the meeting was the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI), a burgeoning technology that has seen significant investment and widespread adoption since the introduction of OpenAI’s ChatGPT chatbot.

Musk expressed the need for an AI “referee” to oversee this rapidly advancing field, stating, “It’s important for us to have a referee to ensure that companies take actions that are safe and in the general interest of the public.”

New Jersey Senator Cory Booker lauded the conversation, highlighting that all participants recognized the government’s role in regulation. However, crafting effective legislation remains a formidable challenge.

Lawmakers are particularly concerned about safeguarding against threats posed by AI, including deepfakes, misleading videos, election interference, and potential attacks on critical infrastructure.

U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer emphasized the importance of congressional involvement in shaping AI policy, stating, “Congress must play a role because without Congress, we will neither maximize AI’s benefits nor minimize its risks.”

Other notable attendees at the meeting included Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, IBM CEO Arvind Krishna, former Microsoft CEO Bill Gates, and AFL-CIO labor federation President Liz Shuler.

Elon Musk, along with a group of AI experts and executives, previously called for a six-month pause in the development of AI systems more advanced than OpenAI’s GPT-4, citing potential societal risks.

This week, Congress is conducting three separate hearings on AI. Microsoft President Brad Smith urged a Senate Judiciary subcommittee on Tuesday to require “safety brakes” for AI controlling critical infrastructure.

However, Republican Senator Josh Hawley questioned the closed-door session, expressing skepticism about inviting major tech companies to provide guidance on how to enhance their profits. He cited Congress’s failure to pass significant tech-related legislation as a concern.

Regulators worldwide are actively working on rules to govern the use of generative AI, capable of producing text and images with nearly indistinguishable artificial origins. Adobe, IBM, Nvidia, and other companies recently committed to President Joe Biden’s voluntary AI initiatives, which include measures like watermarking AI-generated content to ensure responsible AI use. Google, OpenAI, and Microsoft had previously pledged their support for these initiatives, and the White House is also developing an AI executive order.

Tags: and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichaiconvened at Capitol Hill for a private discussion with lawmakers on Wednesdayincluding Tesla CEO Elon MuskMeta Platforms CEO Mark ZuckerbergProminent technology leaders
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Marian Romaine is a seasoned content writer with a passion for translating complex technological concepts into accessible and engaging content.She is dedicated to creating engaging and informative content aiming to enhance both reader engagement and search engine visibility. Her writing combines a deep understanding of the subject matter with a talent for crafting clear, concise, and informative pieces.With 3 years of industry experience, her expertise includes crafting blog posts, articles, social media content, and website copy.

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