Driving The Day

Today is December 2, 2024, and here are the key policymaker and stakeholder actions on AI you need to know: In Washington, the Biden Administration announced even broader restrictions on the export of certain AI chip technology to China. Across the pond, the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change published a paper recommending how the U.K. could leverage nuclear energy to power its AI industry. An Australian Senate Select Committee released a report recommending the AI models of leading tech companies, including OpenAI and Meta, receive a “high-risk” label. Lastly, Elon Musk filed an injunction against OpenAI to prevent it from becoming a for-profit company.

In this issue:

• Washington in Focus: OpenAI CEO Sam Altman stated he is looking forward to working with the Trump Administration and argued the U.S. must build best AI infrastructure.

• Around the Nation: Nevada Governor's Office announced a new AI policy for government use.

• Across the Pond: AI and chips among sectors selected in the EU to receive state funding for industrial projects.

• Global Highlights: TechRepublic discussed the state of Australian data centers amid the AI revolution.

• Outside Views: Former Google CEO outlines how AI could be dangerous for kids.

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