AI, Government and the Future

New Year New Future

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January 16, 2025

Welcome to our weekly dive into the exciting world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on the U.S. Government!

AI is progressing at an incredible pace, and we're just scratching the surface. With so much information out there, it can be overwhelming to keep up.

We're here to provide you with insightful analysis and a concise summary, delivered to you on a regular basis. Stay informed, stay up-to-date, and join us on this thrilling journey into the future of AI.

Episode 37 Recap: Nidhi Sinha, Research Fellow at the Center for AI and Digital Policy

Nidhi Sinha joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future, to discuss the ethical challenges of AI in national security, such as predictive policing and cyber surveillance. She explores how to balance innovation with individual rights and the role of AI in shaping global equity. Nidhi shares insights from her extensive experience to illuminate how democratic societies can manage AI's impact responsibly.

Spotlight

Sam Altman and other Tech Executives Continue to Court Trump 

OpenAI has unveiled its "A.I. in America" economic blueprint, offering key recommendations for US policymakers to maintain the country's competitive edge in artificial intelligence development.

The AI company, creator of ChatGPT, urges increased international investment, particularly from Middle Eastern nations, asserting that these funds will flow to either US or Chinese AI development. OpenAI's head of global policy, Chris Lehane, describes countries like the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia as "swing states" in the global AI race.

The blueprint emphasizes federal oversight over state-by-state regulation and calls for a balanced approach to AI safety measures that protect competitiveness without hindering it. CEO Sam Altman plans to meet policymakers and officials in Washington to showcase new AI technology and discuss the industry's future.

This policy push comes as AI companies race to expand their computing infrastructure, requiring hundreds of billions in new investment. OpenAI highlights the urgency of ensuring AI benefits are "shared responsibly and equitably" while maintaining US leadership in the field.

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The Number 

$632 Billion

Worldwide spending on AI, including AI-enabled applications, infrastructure, and related IT and business services, is projected to more than double by 2028, reaching $632 billion, according to a new forecast from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide AI and Generative AI Spending Guide. The rapid adoption of AI, particularly generative AI (GenAI), across diverse products is expected to drive a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 29.0% over the 2024-2028 forecast period.

In-Depth 

Mississippi Leverages AI and Cloud Services to Modernize Technology

Only three weeks into the new year, Mississippi has unveiled plans to enhance technology across state agencies, including the launch of an AI Innovation Hub and the development of a Cloud Center of Excellence. A key priority is modernizing the procurement process.  The state plans to create a Procurement Advisory Council with representatives from 30 state agencies to streamline and simplify the process.

Proposed N.Y. Legislation Draws Inspiration from California's AI Safety Bill

The first Democrat in New York history, Assemblymember Alex Bores, intends to revive concepts from SB1047, the failed California AI safety bill. This new version, named the RAISE Act (Responsible AI Safety and Education), aims to regulate the most advanced AI models.  The bill proposes requiring AI companies to create safety plans for the development and deployment of their models and offers legislative protections for whistleblowers at AI companies who feel that it may create critical harm.