White House Outlines AI’s Role in National Security

October 30, 2024 at 08:47PM President Biden’s National Security Memorandum on Artificial Intelligence emphasizes safe AI development and its implications for national security. It prompts U.S. agencies to enhance AI resilience, assess foreign threats, and share cybersecurity guidance. The memorandum aims to ensure AI adoption reflects democratic values while mitigating risks associated with unregulated technologies. … Read more

AI Chatbots Ditch Guardrails After ‘Deceptive Delight’ Cocktail

October 24, 2024 at 11:44AM Palo Alto Networks revealed a method called “Deceptive Delight” that combines benign and malicious queries, successfully bypassing AI guardrails in chatbots 65% of the time. This advanced “multiturn” jailbreak exploits the limited attention span of language models, prompting recommendations for organizations to enhance security measures against prompt injection attacks. ### … Read more

Calif. Gov. Vetoes AI Safety Bill Aimed at Big Tech Players

September 30, 2024 at 05:41PM California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed SB-1047, a bill intended to impose broad restrictions on advanced AI model developers. Despite support from AI researchers and industry, Newsom cited concerns that the bill did not consider varying AI system environments and functions. He vetoed the bill while emphasizing the need for adaptable … Read more

How’s Uncle Sam getting on with Biden’s AI exec order? Pretty good, we’re told

May 27, 2024 at 12:59PM President Biden’s October executive order on AI focused on guiding federal agencies in the safe use of machine learning technologies. The order’s requirements have been well-implemented, with agencies appointing chief data officers and devising data plans. The executive order serves as guardrails for AI deployment, ensuring safe and reliable systems … Read more

China and US Envoys Will Hold First Top-Level Dialogue on Artificial Intelligence

May 13, 2024 at 04:03PM High-level U.S. and Chinese envoys will meet in Geneva to discuss artificial intelligence, addressing risks and establishing shared standards. This marks the first dialogue on AI agreed during the Biden-Xi meeting. Both countries view AI as crucial for national security and economic growth, with a focus on development and governance. … Read more

UN Adopts Resolution Backing Efforts to Ensure Artificial Intelligence is Safe

March 22, 2024 at 12:48PM The General Assembly unanimously approved a historic United Nations resolution on artificial intelligence. The resolution, sponsored by the United States with 123 co-sponsors, aims to ensure AI benefits all nations, respects human rights, and is safe and secure. It emphasizes the need for global governance and consensus on safe and … Read more

US Spearheads First UN Resolution on Artificial Intelligence

March 12, 2024 at 11:33PM The U.S. is leading the first UN resolution on artificial intelligence, aiming to ensure its safety, security, and equal access for all countries. The draft emphasizes bridging the digital divide and stresses the urgent need for global consensus on AI governance. If approved, it would represent a historic step forward … Read more

Global AI Cybersecurity Agreement Signed At Turing’s Bletchley Park

November 1, 2023 at 05:29PM The US, UK, China, and EU, along with 28 countries in total, have signed the Bletchley Declaration to address the risks associated with emerging artificial intelligence (AI). The agreement focuses on managing cybersecurity, biotechnology, and disinformation risks associated with frontier AI. The declaration highlights the shared responsibilities of governments and … Read more