Three things to know about the White House’s executive order on AI
October 30, 2023
Authored: By Tate Ryan-Mosley & Melissa Heikkilä
Published: MIT Technology Review
Summary: The US has issued a new executive order setting AI rules and guidelines. The order aims to enhance AI safety and security, requiring more transparency from AI companies and introducing standards for labeling AI-generated content. It also calls for developers to share safety test results for new AI models that may pose risks to national security. While this order lacks specific enforcement measures, it emphasizes best practices, leaving many aspects dependent on voluntary cooperation from tech companies. This move positions the US as a global leader in AI policy and is likely to influence international AI regulations.