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U.S. Government Issues First Ever Artificial Intelligence (AI) Executive Order Via the Biden Administration

On October 30, 2023, President Biden issued an Executive Order on Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (AI). The Order sets out a comprehensive approach to ensuring that AI is developed and used in a way that is aligned with American values and interests. This is a major development since this is the first action of its kind by the U.S. government addressing safety, civil rights, equity and research issues.

The Order includes a number of key provisions, including:

Establishing a National AI Advisory Council: The Council will be composed of experts from academia, industry, and civil society, and will advise the President on AI policy and strategy.

  • Directing the development of AI Risk Mitigation Guidelines: The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) will develop guidelines for mitigating the risks associated with AI, such as bias and discrimination.

  • Promoting AI Research and Development: The Order directs the federal government to invest in AI research and development, with a focus on areas such as safety, security, and reliability.

  • Protecting Civil Rights and Liberties: The Order directs the federal government to ensure that AI is used in a way that protects civil rights and liberties, such as privacy and freedom of expression.

  • Promoting International Cooperation on AI: The Order directs the federal government to work with international partners to develop and promote responsible AI practices.

The Order also establishes a number of specific tasks for federal agencies, such as developing AI ethics principles, conducting risk assessments of AI systems, and ensuring that AI is used in a fair and equitable manner.

The Executive Order on Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy AI is a significant step forward in the United States' efforts to ensure that AI is developed and used in a responsible and ethical manner. The Order sets out a comprehensive approach to addressing the risks and challenges associated with AI, and it will help to ensure that AI is used in a way that benefits all Americans.

Artificial Intelligence is clearly an emerging innovative field that is both exciting and risky. For tech and healthcare stakeholders, the possibilities can be endless when examining potential legal and regulatory pitfalls.

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