Exploring the Latest Developments in Artificial Intelligence: EU Regulations, Job Impact, and More
The European Union has called on the United States to collaborate in the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) to protect worldwide interests. Israel has discreetly incorporated AI systems into its military activities. Shashi Tharoor emphasizes the influence of AI on employment. These are just a few highlights from our daily AI roundup. Let’s delve into the details.
1. EU urges US to join efforts to regulate AI to safeguard global interests
Wired reports that EU Justice Commissioner Didier Reynders is urging the US to take steps to regulate AI. Reynders, who is responsible for drafting and enforcing laws across the EU, believes the US has outsourced regulation of tech giants to the EU due to unproductive lawmakers and business-friendly courts. Before his meetings with U.S. officials, Reynders expressed frustration at the lack of U.S. action despite suggestions from several tech executives, whistleblowers and government officials. He stressed the need for the US to address data protection and privacy, citing the EU’s GDPR as an example.
2. Israel integrates AI systems into military operations
Israel has been quietly integrating AI systems into lethal military operations, using AI to select airstrike targets and coordinate logistics, as reported by Bloomberg. An AI recommendation system analyzes vast amounts of data, while the Fire Factory model calculates ammunition loads, assigns targets to aircraft and drones, and suggests schedules. Although personal operators monitor the systems, they are not subject to international or state-level regulations. Proponents argue that AI will surpass human capabilities and reduce casualties, while critics have raised concerns about potential lethal consequences and accountability for mistakes.
3. Shashi Tharoor highlights the impact of AI on jobs – replacing some, creating others
Artificial intelligence will replace some jobs, but also create new ones, says MP Shashi Tharoor. Speaking at a seminar on the future of jobs and artificial intelligence, Tharoor highlighted uncertainty about the impact of artificial intelligence on employment, especially in India, where unemployment is high, New Indian express reported. He pointed to a report that says 30 percent of jobs by 2030 will be entirely new, requiring skills that don’t yet exist. Tharoor emphasized the importance of adaptability and learning new skills to keep up with the changing job market. He also discussed the need to ensure that AI benefits humanity rather than replaces it, emphasizing the enduring importance of the human touch.
4. Professionals Require Retraining as Tech Companies Embrace “Gen AI”
Industry experts emphasize the need for retraining and responsible innovation as generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) becomes more common in companies. Elon Musk has announced the founding of xAI, an artificial intelligence company focused on self-regulation. Companies like HCL, Wipro and Zoho are investing in next-generation AI labs and developing AI solutions. Artificial intelligence itself may not displace jobs, but people with artificial intelligence can. Experts emphasize the importance of strong moral standards and self-regulation in the development of artificial intelligence, especially when it comes to sensitive and private data.
5. Artificial intelligence tool facilitates data theft and increases cyber security problems | Israel Hayom
The AI-powered chatbot, ChatGPT, has gained immense popularity, but a new report reveals a worrying development. An artificial intelligence tool called WormGPT has appeared on underground forums that allows hackers to carry out digital attacks and steal data. WormGPT creates personalized fake emails, increasing the likelihood of successful attacks. This tool operates without ethical boundaries and poses a significant risk, as even limited hackers can easily launch attacks using this technique. The emergence of WormGPT highlights the dangers associated with generative artificial intelligence.
