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Published Apr 8, 2019

Recode Decode: Meredith Whittaker and Kate Crawford

Meredith Whittaker and Kate Crawford of the AI Now Institute delve into the urgent issues of AI bias, diversity, and regulation, highlighting the implications of skewed data and surveillance technologies on society while calling for robust regulatory frameworks to protect privacy and ethics.
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  • Federal Agencies

    The role of federal agencies in regulating AI is a pressing issue, with debates on whether existing agencies should be empowered or a new super agency should be created. emphasizes the need for an evidence-led process to ensure effective regulation, highlighting the importance of understanding AI technologies and their implications 1. She notes that some senators are advocating for algorithmic accountability and privacy, suggesting that agencies like the FTC could be strengthened to address AI concerns 2.

       

    International Impact

    International regulations, such as the GDPR, have influenced US AI policy by highlighting the urgency of adopting protective measures. discusses the challenges of data transparency and the need for public conversations about AI's role in society 3. She points out the vast amount of data being collected and the lack of informed consent, raising questions about privacy and the trajectory of AI regulation 4.

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