Where does Harris stand?
During the presidential debate, Harris emphasized the need to invest in “American-based technology” so that the United States can win “the competition for the 21st century” or the “race to AI and technology.” ‘quantum computing’.
But if she wins, Harris will likely take a cautious approach to AI, just as her predecessor, President Joe Biden, did.
Last October, Biden signed an executive order aimed at reducing the risks AI poses to consumers, workers, minority groups and national security.
The order directs federal agencies to establish high new standards for AI safety and security, safeguard fairness and civil rights in AI, and promote competitive markets in the industry.
Like Biden, Harris views technology as a national security issue, with China seen as the main threat to US dominance.
In June, the Biden administration released draft rules banning or requiring notification of certain investments in AI and other technology sectors in China that could threaten U.S. national security.
In her acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention in August, Harris linked AI to a struggle for dominance with China.
“I will ensure that: We lead the world into the future with space and artificial intelligence. That America – not China – wins the competition for the 21st century. And that we strengthen – not abdicate – our global leadership,” she said.
The Democratic Party’s policy platform promised that a Harris administration would be committed to “capturing the promise and managing the risks of AI” to ensure it serves the public interest.
“While AI helps cure disease, predict the weather and transform education, it is also being used to clone votes, commit fraud, institutionalize bias and undermine democracy,” he said .
The policy platform also said workers should have a say in how AI is used in their workplace and share fairly in any economic gains produced by AI.
Harris has previously expressed concerns about AI-related discrimination or bias, and the Biden administration has released a draft AI bill of rights and issued new guidance on combating algorithmic discrimination.
“Vice President Harris’ concerns about the harmful implications of AI are well-founded, as bias in AI can disproportionately harm marginalized communities,” said AI policy expert Clara Langevin. of AI at the Federation of American Scientists, a research and policy advocacy group, at Thomson Reuters. Foundation.
The Democrats’ policy platform says the Harris administration will continue to advocate for the safe and secure development of AI and invest in the AI Safety Institute to create guidelines and best practices to mitigate risks related to AI.
A Democratic administration would also ban identity theft and act to strengthen protections in critical sectors like health care, financial services, housing, education and transportation.
Voice spoofing has been a particular thorn in the side of politicians, with the chairman of the Federal Communications Commission calling on telecommunications companies to crack down on fraudulent political robocalls using AI.
