AI, Government and the Future

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October 03, 2024

AI, Government and the Future

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 21 Recap: Jeff Berkowitz Founder & CEO of Delve LLC

In the twenty-first episode of AI, Government, and the Future, Jeff Berkowitz, Founder & CEO at Delve LLC, discusses the current state of AI regulation and its impact on the tech industry. We also explored the global push for AI regulation, the innovation challenge, Delve's report, The Revolution Will Not Be Computerized, and how AI is transforming public affairs and government relations.

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Spotlight

Transforming Federal Operations Through AI and Automation

Across federal agencies, AI and intelligent automation are significantly advancing data management practices. At the Library of Congress, Suman Shukla, head of the data management section, leads efforts to digitize and standardize millions of historical records. Shukla has established a data governance board, a centralized data warehouse, and a business intelligence (BI) working group while promoting data literacy within the agency. She emphasizes AI's potential to revolutionize data management in federal agencies, noting that it enhances operational efficiency by automating manual tasks. For example, implementing a BI tool reduced the time to compile certain reports from two months to just 30 minutes. 

Although Shukla acknowledges resistance to AI adoption, she assures that the technology is designed to augment, not replace, human work. A major challenge remains digitizing legacy handwritten records, which require advanced language processing models. Meanwhile, at the Department of Veterans Affairs, Tony Boese highlights AI’s role in cross-agency collaboration and workforce training. He leads the Aspire initiative, which leverages AI to identify knowledge gaps and create personalized learning paths for federal employees. Boese underscores the importance of trustworthy AI and policy alignment across agencies to prevent delays in innovation.

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The Number 

$6 Million

Democratic operative Steve Kramer has been fined $6 million by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for distributing robocalls featuring an AI-generated voice of President Joe Biden during the New Hampshire Primary. He now faces charges of candidate impersonation, bribery and intimidation. The FCC stated that misusing AI technology to interfere in elections undermines democracy. The agency had previously made AI-generated voices in robocalls illegal, giving state attorneys general more authority. The calls aimed to highlight the dangers of AI content in political campaigns. Additionally, the FCC proposed a $2 million fine against Lingo Telecom for potentially failing to authenticate caller ID data associated with the robocalls.

In-Depth 

Sens. Markey and Schumer Aim to Prevent AI Discrimination 

Senators Edward Markey and Chuck Schumer have urged the Biden administration to strengthen protections against AI algorithmic bias, particularly in areas like job applications, healthcare, education, and mortgage qualifications. In a letter to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Shalanda Young, they called for federal agencies to use AI to establish safeguards, increase resources for agency AI officers, and create civil rights offices to address algorithmic discrimination. While acknowledging progress under President Biden’s AI executive order, the senators emphasized the need for more robust protections. They also requested that users of federal services be allowed to opt out of AI-powered algorithms, especially in sensitive areas like biometrics.

State Dept Plans Cyber Data Automation Pilot by Year-End

Today, as part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s strategy for responsible innovation, the White House gathered r leaders from AI companies, hyper scalers, data center operators, utility companies, and key government officials to ensure the U.S. continues to lead in AI. Participants discussed strategies to meet clean energy, workforce, and permitting requirements for large-scale AI data centers and power infrastructure. 

At the roundtable, White House Chief of Staff Jeff Zients, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm, and others committed to partnering with industry leaders to advance American AI leadership while supporting national security, economic, and environmental goals. New initiatives include  Task Force on AI Datacenter Infrastructure, expanding technical assistance for permitting and engaging the Department of Energy (DOE) in developing clean energy solutions for AI data centers, including repurposing retired coal sites. 

Hyperscalers at the event reaffirmed their commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions and using clean energy for operations. These steps build on President Biden’s 2023 Executive Order on AI and ensure the U.S. remains at the forefront of responsible AI innovation, creating American jobs and fostering sustainable infrastructure development. Key participants included executives from companies such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Alphabet, Nvidia, OpenAI, and Meta, alongside senior government officials.