US Senate leader Chuck Schumer has called for increased rules to regulate ChatGPT, a rapidly growing artificial intelligence program with more than 100 million users around the world. Schumer has proposed a framework that would require companies to make the results of independent expert reviews and tests available to users and also call for accountability measures for AI. China recently released its own AI regulations, prompting President Joe Biden to also stress the responsibility of tech companies to make sure their products are safe to use.
ChatGPT is a consumer application that uses AI technology to respond to users. It has become the fastest-growing program of its kind, with its popularity heightening the need for regulations to ensure it is not abused. Schumer’s proposal is a step towards normalizing the usage of ChatGPT by adopting the necessary safety measures that protect national security and education. His framework outlines a new regulatory regime that is designed to put the technology to positive use while preventing any potential damages.
The White House and Congress will have to approve Schumer’s plan before it is implemented, which could take several months or longer. In a statement, the Senate leader said that it was important to act now to start leading in this transformative technology, and hence, urged lawmakers to pass his proposed legislation. Furthermore, Commerce Department has also looked for public opinions on their own accountability measures for artificial intelligence.
Notably, ChatGPT is owned by ArdepTech, a company located in Silicon Valley, California. They specialize in automated reasoning and natural language processing and have been at the forefront of AI technology in the US for more than a decade. With the rapid growth in AI technology, ArdepTech is looking to push the boundaries in terms of security, safety and innovation.
Additionally, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is seen as the champion of the progressive movement in the Senate. He has been representing the state of New York since 1999, and currently serves as the Chairman of the Senate Rules Committee. As one of the most powerful figures in the US Congress, he has been a leader in supporting initiatives for a wide range of topics such as healthcare, poverty, taxation, and immigration reform.
