Driving The Day

Today is March 19, 2024, and here are the key policymaker and stakeholder actions on AI you need to know: In Washington, SEC Chair Gary Gensler warned about the threats AI may pose to the financial system, and Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm expressed concern over the type of energy being used to power data centers. Meanwhile, a San Francisco-based prosecutor for the U.S. Justice Department announced plans to scrutinize startups making exaggerated AI claims. In Idaho, the state senate passed legislation that would require disclaimers on political ads. Lastly, a newly launched advocacy organization in Washington, D.C. is planning a “techno-optimist full-court press” to convince policymakers that AI is a solution to society’s problems.

In this issue:

• Washington in Focus: US standards body NIST says a ByteDance researcher was wrongly added to an AI safety group chat.

• Around the Nation: Explicit AI photos of Illinois students prompt investigation.

• Across the Pond: U.K. deputy Prime Minister launches global push to protect elections from AI and misinformation.

• Global Highlights: Indian Army creates elite unit to explore AI and other tech.

• Outside Views: The Partnership on AI launches a new initiative to guide philanthropies on AI for positive social impact.

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