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US government to release formal AI model evaluation framework within 90 days
The recent cluster evidence highlights the lack of clarity in the US government's AI model release approval process, despite an executive order. Given the ongoing discussions and the passage of legislation like the KIDS Act, it is plausible that the government will move to formalize its evaluation framework for advanced AI models within the next 90 days to provide much-needed clarity to industry.
Georgetown CSET expert Jessica Ji comments on KIDS Act, highlighting adult-child online interaction gap
Jessica Ji from Georgetown's CSET has provided commentary on the recently passed Kids Internet and Digital Safety (KIDS) Act. Her remarks specifically point out a gap in the legislation concerning adult interactions with children online, suggesting a need for further refinement or future legislative action in this area.
Georgetown CSET to publish analysis on US AI model release approval process
Given the recent discussion around the lack of clarity in the US government's AI model release approval process, and Georgetown's CSET's involvement in AI policy commentary, it's plausible they may publish an analysis or report on this topic. This would align with their role in examining emerging AI governance challenges.
Georgetown CSET expert provides commentary on KIDS Act
Jessica Ji from Georgetown's Center for Security & Emerging Tech (CSET) has provided commentary on the recently passed Kids Internet and Digital Safety (KIDS) Act. This indicates Georgetown's engagement with emerging AI and tech policy issues, specifically concerning child online safety. Further commentary from CSET experts on AI regulation or safety could be anticipated.
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US leads AI race but China narrows gap via chip access and copying · 4 sources tracked
The United States holds a significant lead over China in AI development, particularly in computing resources and advanced models. However, China is narrowing the gap by leveraging U.S. chips, sometimes through illicit m…
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AI developments: llama.cpp optimizations, black-box distillation, and VRAM sizing
A new release of llama.cpp (b11905) introduces optimizations for RMS Norm using subgroup reductions, enhancing performance across various platforms including macOS, Linux, and Windows. Separately, a report from Georgeto…
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Pentagon AI oversight office lags behind department's rapid adoption, GAO finds
A report from the Government Accountability Office (GAO) indicates that the Pentagon's AI oversight office is facing significant challenges in keeping pace with the department's rapid AI adoption. Issues include staffin…
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New think tank launches with focus on AI chip export controls
Saif Khan, formerly of the United States National Security Council and Department of Commerce, has launched the Center for Technology and Statecraft (CTS), a new think tank focused on AI policy research. CTS's initial r…
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US struggles to track AI chips as smugglers circumvent export controls
The U.S. government faces challenges in enforcing export controls on advanced AI chips due to globalized supply chains and multiple intermediaries, leading to significant smuggling into countries like China. A report by…
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Texas city demands $2M from Flock for public records on AI cameras
The city of Georgetown, Texas, is seeking $2 million from Flock Group, a company that provides AI-powered surveillance cameras, for public records related to the technology. This demand stems from a dispute over the cit…
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AI amplifies global propaganda, challenging Washington's response
An op-ed by Josh A. Goldstein and Renée DiResta in Foreign Affairs discusses the evolving landscape of propaganda. They highlight how governments are increasingly leveraging a combination of traditional methods, social …
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AI Accord's Impact Weighed by Experts at Georgetown Panel
A panel discussion hosted by Georgetown's Center for Security & Emerging Tech (CSET) explored the potential impact of a new AI accord. CSET's Helen Toner participated in the discussion, which focused on a binding agreem…
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China's AI regulations and agent capabilities raise safety concerns · 2 sources tracked
China is implementing new regulations on AI companions, focusing on issues like emotional dependency and child safety, reflecting a paternalistic governmental approach to guiding societal development. Concurrently, rese…
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China's reusable rockets challenge US space superiority, CSET warns
China's advancements in reusable rocket technology pose a significant threat to U.S. dominance in space, according to an analysis by the Center for Security & Emerging Tech (CSET). Researchers Kathleen Curlee and Sam Br…
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AI risk concerns go mainstream, regulatory challenges highlighted
The Center for Security & Emerging Technology (CSET) at Georgetown University has highlighted growing mainstream concerns regarding catastrophic AI risks. Senior Research Analyst Jessica Ji discussed the difficulties in…
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AI chip verification costs and US-China competition analyzed · 2 sources tracked
An analysis by Sam Bresnick of the Center for Security & Emerging Tech (CSET) at Georgetown University examines the cost-benefit of verifying the location of AI chips. The piece, published in Barron's, discusses how the…
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China's LandSpace achieves reusable rocket landing, boosting global space competition
Chinese space companies are making significant strides in reusable rocket technology, with LandSpace successfully completing a first-stage landing. This achievement is seen as a critical step towards reducing launch cos…
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AI safety lags behind capability growth, warns Georgetown expert
Helen Toner from Georgetown's Center for Security & Emerging Tech (CSET) expressed concerns in The New York Times about the rapid advancement of AI capabilities outpacing safety measures. She highlighted incidents where…
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Trump crypto firm partners with AI venture using restricted Chinese models
A venture capital firm backed by former President Trump's cryptocurrency company, World Liberty Financial, is reportedly partnering with an AI platform called WorldClaw. This platform offers artificial intelligence mode…
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Senate Dems blast Trump AI policy, citing China risk · 2 sources tracked
Senate Democrats have criticized the Trump administration's inconsistent approach to AI governance, arguing it pushes companies towards cheaper Chinese AI alternatives. This unpredictability, coupled with the lower cost…
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China's industrial race challenges US dominance in future tech · 1 source tracked
China is rapidly advancing in key future industries, potentially surpassing the U.S. due to a combination of sustained state investment and U.S. policy missteps. The country has achieved dominance in sectors like drones…
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China's AI advancements challenge US tech leadership under Trump
The rapid advancement of AI models in China presents a significant challenge for the U.S. government, particularly for the Trump administration. Experts note that Chinese AI is closing the gap with U.S. counterparts, cr…
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AI misbehavior stems from complex interactions: data, goals, architecture
AI systems exhibit surprising behaviors due to a complex interplay of factors including data biases, training objectives, neural architectures, system-level guardrails, and conversational context. Understanding these co…
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AI model bans ineffective for cyber threats; strategy needed
Blocking access to advanced AI models is not an effective long-term solution for mitigating AI-enabled cyber threats, according to analysis from the Center for Security & Emerging Tech (CSET). Experts suggest that inste…