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Aug 29: AI Policy and Stakeholder Tracking Report

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Today is August 29, 2024, and here are the key policymaker and stakeholder actions on AI you need to know: OpenAI and Anthropic will give the National Institute of Standards and Technology access to the companies’ new AI models before their public release under an agreement announced today. In California, the State Assembly passed SB 1047, a highly contested bill that would regulate the most powerful AI models. The bill now goes to the California Senate, where it is expected to pass, though Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) has yet to announce his position on the bill. Across the pond, the new Labour government is exploring ways to cut AI spending, according to Reuters.

In this issue:

  • Washington in Focus: U.S. and China agree to continue AI cooperation after Sullivan-Wang meet.

  • Around the Nation: Texas Senate committee grapples with AI regulation to protect consumer privacy and artist rights.

  • Across the Pond: An AI researcher proposes three openings for Europe to take advantage of to succeed in the global AI ecosystem.

  • Global Highlights: China invests US$6.1 billion in data center infrastructure amid surge in demand for AI chips.

  • Outside Views: An academic argues human oversight is not good enough for AI used in military applications.

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