US CTO: Public input, flexibility key to successfully regulating AI
Source: Smart Cities Dive Author: Kristin Musulin Published: Jan. 9 2020
Dive Brief:
The White House on Tuesday unveiled a draft memorandum detailing 10 principles to guide federal regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and applications.
The principles prioritize public trust in AI; public participation; scientific integrity and information quality; risk assessment and management; benefits and costs; flexibility; fairness and non-discrimination; disclosure and transparency; safety and security; and interagency coordination.
During a keynote discussion at CES on Wednesday, U.S. Chief Technology Officer Michael Kratsios said the memorandum is "a very, very big step for both the U.S. and the world." While the private sector has made strides in detailing its own AI principles, these guidelines will ensure the federal government is "looking out for and protecting Americans as these technologies are developed and deployed around the country," he said.