OpenAI reportedly lobbied for the European Union's AI Act to be watered down, excluding their systems from high-risk designation. Successful lobbying revealed.
Apple's CEO Tim Cook is excited about AI-based tool ChatGPT, but employee usage is being regulated due to privacy concerns. OpenAI's CEO is lobbying for greater AI regulation to prevent issues such as bias and misinformation. Cook emphasizes ethical decision making is critical in AI's evolution. Apple's interest highlights the growing importance of AI, but ethical and regulatory frameworks must be explored to mitigate potential issues and support responsible decision-making.
. OpenAI recently barred FiscalNote, a renowned Washington data company, from using ChatGPT technology for politics, due to their touting of using the tech for the multi-billion dollar lobbying industry. FiscalNote has since deleted the contentious text from their press release and replaced it with a clarification that ChatGPT can only be used for grassroots advocacy campaigns. With a focus on government transparency and accountability, FiscalNote provides data solutions and software for political operations. Tim Hwang, renowned venture capitalist and entrepreneur, is the head of the company. He was also featured on Forbes' “30 Under 30” list.
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