Driving The Day

Today is October 1, 2024, and here are the key policymaker and stakeholder actions on AI you need to know: In Washington, Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA) expressed support for a “modern Geneva Convention around AI uses in warfare.” The Center for AI Policy urged the moderators of tonight’s vice presidential debate to ask the candidates about their views on AI policy. Across the pond, an AI think tank argued local authorities in the United Kingdom don’t have the support they need from the U.K. government to responsibly implement AI tools. In China, officials announced plans to establish new cybersecurity regulations that would require extra protection for generative AI services.

In this issue:

• Washington in Focus: Biden's AI advisor spoke on AI policy, deepfakes, and the use of AI in war.

• Around the Nation: The Washington Post discussed all the major tech bills California’s governor signed and vetoed.

• Across the Pond: Google recommended a policy agenda to help Europe become more economically competitive by leveraging AI.

• Global Highlights: Malaysia plans national cloud policy and AI regulations.

• Outside Views: A writer for The Atlantic argued high school is becoming a cesspool of sexually explicit deepfakes.

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