Congress spent 2023 busy with hearings to investigate the capabilities, risks and potential uses of large language models and other 'artificial intelligence' systems. Alex and Emily, plus journalist Justin Hendrix, talk about the limitations of these hearings, the alarmist fixation on so-called 'p(doom)' and overdue laws on data privacy.
Justin Hendrix is editor of the Tech Policy Press.
References:
TPP tracker for the US Senate 'AI Insight Forum' hearings
Balancing Knowledge and Governance: Foundations for Effective Risk Management of AI (featuring Emily)
Emily's opening remarks at virtual roundtable on AI
Senate hearing addressing national security implications of AI
Video: Rep. Nancy Mace opens hearing with ChatGPT-generated statement.
Brennan Center report on Department of Homeland Security: Overdue Scrutiny for Watch Listing and Risk Prediction
TPP: Senate Homeland Security Committee Considers Philosophy of AI
Alex & Emily's appearance on the Tech Policy Press Podcast
Fresh AI Hell:
Asylum seekers vs AI-powered translation apps
UK officials use AI to decide on issues from benefits to marriage licenses
Prior guest Dr. Sarah Myers West testifying on AI concentration
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