Both parties recognize potential issues with artificial intelligence, but coming up with solutions remains a challenge.
Stephanie Liebergen
Scripps News
The phrase “artificial intelligence” might make you think of science fiction movies. In today’s reality, it’s not quite there yet, but the government recognizes the possibilities and pitfalls of the future of AI.
“We need to be the leaders in the international community. And we have the opportunity, we’re there now,” said Sen. Mike Rounds, a South Dakota Republican.
Lawmakers don’t want to make the same mistake they did with social media by not acting soon enough, and then watching the platforms grow with little oversight.
Sen. Mark Warner, a Virginia Democrat, says AI is an “enormously challenging” issue. And while he doesn’t think comprehensive legislation is in the near future, he believes Congress can tackle “bite-sized” pieces.
“A lot of the big tech companies say they don’t mind regulation, but when you put paper to pencil and actually write legislation, they always find a reason to be against it. So I thought starting with undermining trust in public markets just made sense. From a practical standpoint, if we get one thing done, I think it can lead to the others,” said Warner.
AI, misinformation risks will increase ahead of election, experts warn
