Biden issues memo to ensure AI cannot control nuclear weapons and promotes responsible use

edition.cnn.com October 24, 2024, 05:00 PM UTC

Summary: President Joe Biden has issued a new national security memorandum to guide the use of artificial intelligence (AI) by U.S. agencies. The memo aims to balance the benefits of AI with safeguards against its misuse, particularly regarding nuclear weapons and free speech.

The memorandum explicitly prohibits using AI to bypass existing nuclear protocols and restricts its application in ways that conflict with democratic values. Biden's administration emphasizes the need for clear policies to encourage responsible AI experimentation and adoption.

Additionally, the order directs agencies to protect AI technology from foreign threats and to advance semiconductor production. The U.S. aims to compete with countries like China, which are rapidly integrating AI into military and civilian sectors.

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