The U.S. Government Plans to Issue an Executive Order for Comprehensive Regulation of AI Technology Applications and Risks
The U.S. government plans to issue an executive order requiring federal agencies to monitor the risks of AI technologies and develop new applications. The executive order mandates a comprehensive review of AI technologies to establish standards ensuring data privacy, cybersecurity, and prevention of discrimination, among others. The order encompasses AI regulation across various sectors, including cybersecurity, health, competition, privacy, and immigration. This order represents a significant step towards implementing national regulatory frameworks for AI technologies, especially in overseeing the latest generative AI models. The White House AI Council will coordinate AI activities across the federal government, with each agency required to comply with the directives outlined in the order.