Leaders turn up the heat on AI
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AI isn't just about technological advancement - as its influence expands, the urgency to regulate it intensifies. Leaders globally are now more committed than ever to AI's potential, as well as its responsible use and evolution.
US President Biden's recent executive order on AI emphasises a commitment to security, privacy, and safety. Additionally, US Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's bipartisan initiative seeks to foster a cooperative approach in the US. These decisive moves underscore the US administration's priority to AI's oversight, which signals their intention to not just participate in, but lead, global regulatory standards.
Across the Atlantic, UK's Prime Minister Rishi Sunak isn't just endorsing AI's introduction into schools but is actively steering international AI summits. His dual strategy epitomises the essence of the global AI debate: harness its potential but remain ever-watchful of its expansive implications.
The race for AI regulation is heating up; leaders are rallying to ensure that the AI revolution, whilst transformative, remains anchored in principles that prioritise humanity. The stakes are enormous, the challenges complex, and the discussions intense. Yet, the shared vision remains an AI-empowered world where technology operates under a framework of responsibility and trust.
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News
Sunak and Biden spearhead global efforts on AI regulation
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is hosting an AI summit, gathering world leaders and experts to deliberate on the future of artificial intelligence, while US President Joe Biden recently signed an executive order emphasising AI regulation and addressing its associated risks.
Forbes: Biden’s New Executive Order Will Regulate AI Models That Could Threaten National Security
Gov.uk: UK to host first global summit on Artificial Intelligence
PimEyes restricts searches of minor's faces amid privacy concerns
PimEyes, a facial recognition search engine, has implemented measures to prevent searches of minors' faces due to concerns about children's privacy. While the company's age detection AI works effectively for children under 14, there are accuracy issues with teenagers and challenges in detecting children photographed from certain angles.
The Verge: Massive facial recognition search engine now blocks searches for children’s faces
The New York Times: Face Search Engine PimEyes Blocks Searches of Children’s Faces
Minister proposes Retail Crime Action Plan
The UK's Minister of State for Crime, Policing, & Fire, has introduced the Retail Crime Action Plan to major UK retailers. This strategy addresses the surge in shoplifting and includes launching 'Project Pegasus', a collaboration for digital intelligence sharing between retailers and the police, supported by facial recognition technology.
Canadian Police consider real-time private camera access
Canadian police forces are exploring the use of Fusus, a technology service that enables police to access real-time footage from privately owned security cameras in homes and businesses. While some argue it enhances crime prevention and response, concerns are raised about potential surveillance overreach and privacy violations.
CBC: Police in Canada look into tech that accesses your home security cameras
IAPP: Canadian police explore tech to access privately-owned security cameras
23andMe suffers from largescale data breach
23andMe, a genetics testing company, has informed several of its customers of a breach in its "DNA Relatives" feature, which allowed unauthorised access to users' ancestry and personal data.
Reuters: 23andMe notifies customers of data breach into its 'DNA Relatives' feature
Tech Crunch: Hacker leaks millions more 23andMe user records on cybercrime forum
AI Snippet of the Week
UK government funds AI-powered teaching tools to support teachers
The UK Government is investing £2 million in the Oak National Academy to develop AI-powered teaching tools, which aim to aid teachers in lesson planning, building classroom quizzes, and reducing workloads.
The Independent: PM plans investment in AI classroom tools to reduce teacher workloads
Gov.uk: New support for teachers powered by Artificial Intelligence
Policy Updates
EU Parliament approves draft law to combat CSAM
The European Union Parliament's major political groups have agreed on a draft law designed to combat the spread of online child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Modifications to the draft emphasise the role of the EU Centre, an expert hub against child abuse, and its operational capacities, and address concerns over data protection and privacy.
Euractiv: EU Parliament nails down agreement on child sexual abuse regulation
IAPP: European Parliament strikes agreement on CSAM proposal
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