Driving The Day

Today is October 21, 2024, and here are the key policymaker and stakeholder actions on AI you need to know: In Washington, congressional leaders are discussing an AI package for the upcoming lame-duck period, according to Politico. Meanwhile, The Wall Street Journal editorial board criticized Vice President Kamala Harris’ AI policy approach, suggesting she will “use government to steer technology to promote progressive objectives.” While many legislative proposals in the U.S. have required AI-generated content be labeled, a New York state lawmaker is working on legislation that would require content be labeled if it is real. In Australia, privacy regulators published guidance to explain “how existing privacy law applies to AI.”

In this issue:

• Washington in Focus: As IRS spending on AI skyrockets, Congress boosts oversight.

• Around the Nation: Route Fifty discussed New York City's AI action plan with its architects.

• Across the Pond: A survey suggests Europeans don’t trust AI when it comes to elections but trust it for facial recognition.

• Global Highlights: A policy expert at the Foundation for American Innovation recommended how the U.S. can outcompete China on AI.

• Outside Views: Google DeepMind director called for clarity and consistency in AI regulations.

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