Driving The Day

Today is September 10, 2024, and here are the key policymaker and stakeholder actions on AI you need to know: Axios outlined several tech policy items on the U.S. Congress’ agenda for September, which includes a House Science Committee markup on Wednesday covering 10 AI-related bills. Meanwhile, some in the tech industry want New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) to veto a bill that would regulate the use of AI by state agencies. Lastly, a non-binding blueprint for the responsible use of AI in military applications drew support from the United States and dozens of other countries during a summit in South Korea, though China declined to sign the document.

In this issue:

• Washington in Focus: Agencies have met all AI mandates for management and talent, watchdog says.

• Around the Nation: Colorado Attorney General alerts voters on AI deepfakes.

• Across the Pond: EU launches multi-country project to address discrimination caused by AI systems.

• Global Highlights: Nigeria and the United States will host an AI conference in Lagos.

• Outside Views: The New York Times published a review of Yuval Noah Harari’s latest book, Nexus, which includes an extended discussion on AI risks and how to mitigate them.

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