This month, we have several quick highlights on AI policymaking, safety, and government adoption. We expect Voices for Innovation to become increasingly engaged in policy discussions about AI. If you want to be part of these discussions, please sign up for Voices for Innovation. We’re a no-cost advocacy community supported by Microsoft.
- U.S. AI Safety Institute—The National Institute of Standards and Technology’s new U.S. AI Safety Institute (USAISI) has begun operations. Director Elizabeth Kelly recently shared her vision for USAISI, including its collaborations and focus on risk mitigation and testing. The work of USAISI may be limited unless additional funding is secured.
- UN Global AI Resolution—The United Nations General Assembly adopted by unanimous consent an historic resolution supporting safe, secure, and trustworthy AI. While the resolution is non-binding, it marks an important step in affirming global support for the ethical and sustainable use of AI. See also coverage from the Associated Press.
- AI and Women’s Health—The White House recently issued an executive order (EO) that in part directs federal agencies to leverage AI to improve women’s health research and drive better health outcomes for women. Coverage from Nextgov/FCW can be found here, and the full EO is here.
- Microsoft AI Access Principles—Microsoft recently announced a set of AI Access Principles to help foster AI innovation and competition. The company will make AI tools and development models widely available as well as support AI skilling and sustainability. Learn more in this Microsoft on the issues blog and in coverage from Reuters.
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