Joe Biden Signs Executive Order to Create AI Safeguards and Lead Regulation, US

US President Joe Biden has signed an executive order to create AI safeguards and lead regulation in the field. The move comes as concerns about the potential dangers of unchecked AI development continue to grow, with Biden emphasizing the need to govern the technology. The executive order requires private companies developing AI to report to the federal government about the risks their systems could pose, including aiding other countries and terrorist groups in the creation of weapons of mass destruction. Biden also highlighted the issue of deep fakes, which use AI to manipulate a person’s appearance or voice to create deceptive content. Surprisingly, many major AI makers in the US, such as Microsoft, Google, and OpenAI, have welcomed regulations in the space. They have voluntarily committed to robust AI security measures and transparency. Experts have called the executive order one of the most comprehensive approaches to governing AI technology, with considerations for security, privacy, equity, civil rights, consumer protections, and labor market monitoring. The order aims to ensure responsible AI development and use, not only for safer and more secure systems but also to have a positive and sustainable impact on society. Biden’s action follows similar efforts in Europe, where lawmakers passed the landmark AI Act to regulate high-risk AI activities and protect citizen rights. UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is set to host a global AI summit attended by influential figures, including US Vice-President Kamala Harris and Elon Musk. The international community recognizes the need to adopt and advance AI in a way that safeguards the public from potential harm. As AI continues to advance rapidly and global tensions rise, the focus is on whether governments can effectively regulate and prevent AI from causing real damage.