S5, E221 - How Senate Bill 1047 Could Change AI

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California's Senate Bill 1047 is on the brink of becoming a law,
and we're here to break down what that means for the tech
industry and society at large. Tune in as I dissect how this
controversial bill mandates rigorous testing of AI systems to
identify potential harms such as cybersecurity risks and threats
to critical infrastructure. I've got insights from policymakers,
including Senator Scott Weiner, who argues that the bill
formalizes safety measures already accepted by top AI
firms. 

Amidst passionate debates, hear how tech giants like Google and
Meta push back against the regulations, fearing they could
cripple innovation, especially for startups. Meanwhile,
proponents, including whistleblowers from OpenAI and notable
figures like Elon Musk and Yoshua Bengio, champion the necessity
of such rules to mitigate substantial AI risks. We’ll also
explore the broader legislative landscape that aims to combat
deep fakes, and automated discrimination, and safeguard the
likeness of deceased individuals in AI-generated content.


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