Driving The Day

Today is August 14, 2024, and here are the key policymaker and stakeholder actions on AI you need to know: In Washington, DC, the U.S. AI Safety Institute is working to “secure agreements with leading American developers” to test their AI models before release. Meanwhile, Federal Election Commission Chairman Sean Cooksey wrote an op-ed explaining why he believes the agency should not issue new regulations on the use of AI in elections. In China, Huawei is developing a new AI chip that could rival Nvidia’s chip offerings, though the Wall Street Journal suggests “the prospect of further U.S. restrictions” on critical components could cause delays.

In this issue:

• Washington in Focus: Biden hosts first Creator Economy Conference for influencers to talk AI, privacy and more.

• Around the Nation: Wyoming reporter caught using artificial intelligence to create fake quotes and stories.

• Across the Pond: Stakeholders criticize the U.K. police’s AI tools for perpetuating racial bias.

• Global Highlights: South Africa publishes national AI policy framework and seeks stakeholder feedback.

• Outside Views: Why AI risks are keeping board members up at night.

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