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Members of the newly formed Artificial Intelligence Caucus met at the Connecticut State Capitol Thursday to announce the group's goals during the legislative session. The caucus said it will advocate for policies that ensure ethical standards in developing AI initiatives.

The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) released its vision for a National Robotics Strategy and shared key policy recommendations with the U.S. Congress today to ensure the United States maintains its leadership in robotics and automation.

In November 2022, when ChatGPT had just gone public and artificial intelligence programs of its ilk started receiving sweeping interest, Multnomah County's Deputy Chief Information Officer Sim Ogle said he could sense the potential — and the threat.

Careful government oversight establishes boundaries for productive AI activity. The National Governors Association (NGA) and AAAS identify three major risks posed by generative AI: hallucinations, thwarted technical guardrails and bias. These risks speak to the need for AI to operate on quality data.

Cities are among the early adopters of generative AI in government. At the same time, many communities are developing safeguards to ensure AI-driven decisions are ethical, transparent and responsible. Proactive approaches can help mitigate potential risks, such as bias and privacy issues, while maximizing AI's benefits.

Strengthening and securing America's AI dominance is crucial for U.S. national security and economic competitiveness

Anthropic has submitted policy suggestions to the White House it says would better prepare America to capture the economic benefits of AI.

With artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly transforming the way we live, work, and learn, Rockingham County Public Schools (RCPS) is taking steps to prepare educators and students for the future.