In an announcement on Wednesday, President Joe Biden confirmed the forthcoming release of a highly anticipated executive order focusing on artificial intelligence (AI). The order, set to be introduced this fall, underscores the administration’s commitment to fostering responsible AI innovation in the United States.
While specific details of the executive order were not disclosed by President Biden, this announcement sheds light on the administration’s timeline for its introduction. The White House had initially revealed its intent to issue this order back in July.
The order builds upon an earlier proposal for an “AI Bill of Rights” by the administration. Advocacy groups have been calling for federal agencies to incorporate the AI Bill of Rights into the forthcoming executive order. Concurrently, the U.S. Senate continues its efforts to educate lawmakers on AI in preparation for a period of legislative work on the subject.
During a meeting of the Presidential Council of Advisors on Science and Technology, President Biden shared insights from recent conversations with AI leaders and experts. He acknowledged the significant diversity of perspectives within the AI community regarding its potential benefits and associated risks.
Biden stated, “I’ve convened key experts on how to harness the power of artificial intelligence for good while protecting people from the profound risk it also presents. We can’t kid ourselves—there is a profound risk if we don’t do it well.”
Moreover, President Biden reaffirmed the commitment of the United States to collaborate with international partners, including the United Kingdom, in developing safeguards for AI technologies.
The meeting also featured presentations to President Biden on various AI use cases. Maria Zuber, the co-chair of the advisory panel, highlighted examples such as AI’s role in predicting extreme weather events linked to climate change, advancing material science, and deepening our understanding of the universe.
President Biden’s forthcoming executive order on AI reflects a concerted effort by the administration to promote responsible AI development and address the associated challenges and opportunities.
During a meeting of the Presidential Council of Advisors on Science and Technology, President Biden shared insights from recent conversations with AI leaders and experts. He acknowledged the significant diversity of perspectives within the AI community regarding its potential benefits and associated risks.
Biden stated, “I’ve convened key experts on how to harness the power of artificial intelligence for good while protecting people from the profound risk it also presents. We can’t kid ourselves—there is a profound risk if we don’t do it well.”
Moreover, President Biden reaffirmed the commitment of the United States to collaborate with international partners, including the United Kingdom, in developing safeguards for AI technologies.
The meeting also featured presentations to President Biden on various AI use cases. Maria Zuber, the co-chair of the advisory panel, highlighted examples such as AI’s role in predicting extreme weather events linked to climate change, advancing material science, and deepening our understanding of the universe.
President Biden’s forthcoming executive order on AI reflects a concerted effort by the administration to promote responsible AI development and address the associated challenges and opportunities.