The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced the first 10 members of the AI Corps, a team of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology experts recruited to drive the adoption of AI capabilities across DHS operations. The team will leverage AI in countering fentanyl trafficking, combatting online child sexual exploitation and abuse, delivering immigration services, fortifying critical infrastructure, and enhancing cybersecurity. The recruits bring a range of skills and experience, including backgrounds in AI and machine learning, data science, data engineering, program and product management, software engineering, cybersecurity, and the safe, responsible use of these technologies. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas and Chief AI Officer Eric Hysen made the announcement. The first 10 recruits include Sadaf Asrar, Zach Fasnacht, Pramod Gadde, Dr. David Gunning, Babatunde Oguntade, Dr. Stephen Quirolgico, Raquel Romano, and Robin L. Rosenberger. Dr. Lynne Parker has been appointed as the first Director of the DHS AI Corps. The DHS is continuing recruitment for the AI Corps [32db0eff] [369b1e95].
The DHS AI initiative also includes personalized training for immigration officers to improve their understanding of immigration laws and procedures. The department is committed to mitigating bias in AI systems and protecting personal data. The success of the initiative depends on transparency and proactive measures to address potential biases or negative impacts [13147777].
In addition to this, the DHS is piloting artificial intelligence to train officers who review applicants for refugee status in the United States. The AI program will help officers practice interviewing refugees by acting like refugees themselves. The goal is to address the labor-intensive nature of training officers and improve their ability to elicit information from reticent refugee applicants. The AI program will not make immigration decisions but will provide officers with country-specific conditions and other information to assist them. The pilot is part of the DHS's broader AI initiatives, which include the development of an interactive app to supplement officer training [df2d9325].
Senator Joel Villanueva of the Philippines is calling on the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and other government agencies to accelerate preparations for the Philippine labor market to embrace and adjust to Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology. Villanueva's Proposed Senate Resolution 990 aims to inquire about the government's readiness in tackling the influence of artificial intelligence on the labor market and the future of work. DOLE Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma said that manual operations are the first to be affected with the deployment of AI. The Department of Trade and Industry in the Philippines recently launched its National Artificial Intelligence Strategy Roadmap 2.0 and the Center for AI Research [4fa26cdc].
Furthermore, VFS Global, a company that provides visa processing services, is planning to integrate AI into its operations. VFS Global is partnering with the Responsible AI Institute (RAI Institute) to develop AI solutions for visa processing. The partnership aims to ensure that AI solutions are developed in accordance with ethical practices and regulatory requirements. VFS Global will exclusively develop its AI solutions within its advanced Development Centres located in Mumbai, Dubai, and Berlin. The company's goal is to provide more convenience for customers while delivering secure and responsible visa and citizen services to governments worldwide, including Kenya. The partnership with the RAI Institute will help steer AI towards the public good [dc3c20c9].
Visa has also made significant investments in the advancement of artificial intelligence. Although the specific amount of the investment is not provided, Visa aims to enhance its capabilities in fraud detection, risk management, and customer experience. The company recognizes the potential of AI to develop innovative solutions and improve its services. This investment reflects Visa's commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements in the financial industry [45c3a954].