US issues first national security memorandum on artificial intelligence safety and standards
Summary: President Joe Biden issued a national security memorandum on artificial intelligence, marking the first of its kind. The document outlines how the government should collaborate with AI technologies while promoting international standards and ensuring safety measures.
The memorandum emphasizes the need for guardrails, stating that AI should not make critical decisions, such as those involving nuclear weapons. It also highlights the importance of maintaining the U.S. competitive edge in AI and related technologies.
The National Economic Council is tasked with assessing the U.S. AI ecosystem's competitive advantage. The memorandum builds on previous efforts to ensure safe and trustworthy AI, with more actions expected in the coming months.
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