Driving The Day

Today is January 10, 2024, and here are the key policymaker and stakeholder actions on AI you need to know: In Washington, AI experts and advocates are concerned Congress is moving too slowly on AI regulation. In Vermont, Democratic lawmakers introduced legislation to broadly regulate AI developers and companies using AI tools, while making AI developers—not the companies using their products—liable for certain harms. In New Jersey, Gov. Phil Murphy (D) announced plans for an “AI Moonshot” in his State of the State Address. Meanwhile, the World Economic Forum argues the impact of AI misinformation on society is the top global risk.

In this issue:

• Washington in Focus: NSA official warns of hackers using AI to perfect their English in phishing schemes. 

• Around the Nation: North Dakota’s new data chief says AI getting heavy focus.

• Across the Pond: EU prepares to push back on private sector carve-out from international AI treaty.

• Global Highlights: Microsoft debates what to do with A.I. lab in China.

• Outside Views: Workplaces are riddled with AI distrust, according to a new survey.

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