Driving The Day

Today is March 5, 2024, and here are the key policymaker and stakeholder actions on AI you need to know: Politico suggests the cuts proposed in a federal spending deal likely to be approved by Congress this week could “complicate the White House's efforts to create new regulations” on AI. Meanwhile, a proposal in the California legislature would regulate the use of generative AI by legal professionals. In China, the government’s latest plan to increase AI investment is intended to make the country less reliant on foreign technology. Lastly, a new survey suggests public trust in AI companies is declining.

In this issue:

• Washington in Focus: Pentagon’s priority on AI spending could shield it from cuts.

• Around the Nation: AI Task Force legislation headed to Washington Governor Jay Inslee's desk. 

• Across the Pond: Civil society organizations demand the Council of Europe’s Convention on AI extend to the private sector and exclude carve-outs for national security.

• Global Highlights: AMD hits U.S. roadblock in selling AI chip tailored for China.

• Outside Views: A police publication asks whether we’re ready for AI to revolutionize law enforcement.

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