Warner, Others Criticize, Laud Aspects of AI EO
President Donald Trump’s executive order on artificial intelligence offers “little concrete guidance” for combating malicious use of AI technology against the U.S., said Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va., Monday evening (see 1902110054). He applauded the EO directive to open federal data…
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sets to nonfederal entities but criticized the administration for not addressing American tech companies “working in and with adversary nations in ways that undermine civil liberties, privacy, and American leadership.” CTA CEO Gary Shapiro lauded the order, saying it’s critical for the U.S. government to expand understanding of AI, “share its findings with researchers and plan for the anticipated benefits and risks as other countries dedicate investment and research on AI.” The EO “has lofty language. But let's be honest: what matters most is funding and follow through,” FCC Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel tweeted. Semiconductor Industry Association CEO John Neuffer welcomed the order. He suggested the administration fund “precompetitive basic research for AI-enabling semiconductor technology,” “double-down” in helping AI workforce development and open data policies, and prioritize data security. BSA|The Software Alliance Policy Director Christian Troncoso credited the administration for outlining an AI strategy "that recognizes the importance of federal R&D, promotes access to government data, and seeks to prepare the American workforce for the jobs of the future."