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Biden Administration's AI Accomplishments and Global Summit Plans

2024-10-30 09:41:01.588000

The Global INDIAai Summit successfully concluded with 12,000 AI experts in attendance, both physically and virtually. The summit, held in New Delhi, focused on the implementation aspects of the INDIAai Mission and emphasized the Indian government's commitment to democratizing AI and making it accessible to all. The event featured 12 side sessions, with 2,000 experts and practitioners participating physically and over 10,000 attending virtually [638970ab].

The summit delved into various topics related to AI, including multi-LLM models, platformization and standardization of AI-ready data, partner ecosystem and multi-stakeholder approach, and leveraging India's skilled and talent ecosystem. It also saw the convening of the Collaborative AI on Global Partnership (CAIGP) and the announcement of a new integrated partnership on AI between OECD-OCDE and GPAI. The discussions during the summit centered around the future vision of the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence, recognizing the transformative potential of AI, the emerging risks and challenges, and the commitment to fostering trustworthy and human-centric AI [638970ab].

In addition to the main sessions, the summit included side sessions on various AI-related topics such as AI education and skilling, global south representation, startup ecosystem support, legal frameworks, and AI in agriculture. These sessions provided a platform for in-depth discussions and collaborations among experts from different fields [638970ab].

The Global INDIAai Summit 2024 showcased India's dedication to advancing AI and its commitment to global collaboration. The event brought together a diverse range of AI experts and practitioners, fostering knowledge sharing and promoting the responsible and inclusive development of AI [638970ab].

Delhi will also host a roundtable discussion on governing the AI ecosystem on July 11, 2024. The invite-only event, supported by Meta, Salesforce, and Google, will focus on various aspects of AI regulation, including liability distribution, applicability of existing regulatory frameworks, self-regulation, sovereign AI fund, regulatory sandboxes, enabling framework for AI in India, taxation incentives for AI startups, and regulating open-source AI. The roundtable discussion is organized by MediaNama in collaboration with community partners such as the Internet Freedom Foundation and the Centre for Communication Governance [a3d6240d].

India will host the 'World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit' (WAVES) in Goa from November 20 to 24. The announcement was made by Ashwani Vaishnaw, Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting. The summit aims to bring together global leaders from the media and entertainment industry and create a platform for dialogue, collaboration, and innovation. The government is committed to supporting the industry in coping with the structural changes brought about by technology infusion. The efforts are focused on creating employment, enhancing the media and entertainment sector, and recognizing India as a natural choice for content creation centers. WAVES will be held alongside the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, positioning the state as a central hub for creativity and talent. The summit aims to set new standards of creativity, innovation, and influence in the industry [3e52bb4e].

The American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) will host its first-ever World Health Congress from July 18-22, 2024, in New York City. The congress will focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and will be attended by physicians from England, Australia, and India. AAPI represents over 120,000 Indian American physicians and 130 local chapters. The congress will feature keynote speeches, medical exhibits, research contests, and workshops. Key speakers include Dr. Mehmet Oz, Smriti Zubin Irani, Mansukh Laxmanbhai Mandaviya, Dr. Jesse Menachem Ehrenfeld, and Dr. Vivek Hallegere Murthy. The congress will also include entertainment features for children and wellness sessions. For more details, visit the AAPI World Health Congress website [7369d78b].

In a related development, the Biden administration is set to host a global AI safety summit on November 20-21, 2024, in San Francisco. This summit, led by Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and Secretary of State Anthony Blinken, aims to establish the International Network of AI Safety Institutes, which will include members from countries such as Australia, Canada, the EU, France, Japan, Kenya, South Korea, Singapore, Britain, and the US. The meeting will focus on technical collaboration and knowledge sharing on AI safety, following the launch of the network at the AI Seoul Summit in May 2024. Raimondo emphasized the need for safety, security, and trust in AI regulations. Recent proposals from the Commerce Department aim to enforce detailed reporting requirements for advanced AI developers. Furthermore, President Biden signed an executive order in October 2023 mandating AI developers to share safety test results with the government for systems posing risks to national security, the economy, or public health [c5f995d1].

On October 30, 2024, the Biden-Harris Administration reported over 100 actions completed in response to President Biden's Executive Order issued a year prior, aimed at managing AI risks and promoting its benefits. Key actions include using the Defense Production Act for AI safety reporting, establishing the U.S. AI Safety Institute, and issuing a National Security Memorandum on AI. The Department of Commerce proposed quarterly reporting rules for AI developers, while the Department of Defense and DHS piloted AI for government software security. New frameworks for AI in healthcare, education, and housing were developed, and initiatives to combat AI-generated abuse and promote responsible AI use were launched. The National AI Research Resource pilot awarded access to over 150 research teams, and a global network of AI Safety Institutes is set to launch in November 2024. The U.S. led a UN resolution on AI safety with over 100 co-sponsors, and Vice President Harris represented the U.S. at international AI summits [72386d41].

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