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President Biden has issued an Executive Order focused on advancing the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the United States.

This order has significant implications for healthcare technology and AI advocacy.
Here are the key highlights:
AI Safety and Security: The Executive Order establishes rigorous safety and security standards for AI. Developers of powerful AI systems will need to share safety test results with the government to ensure they are safe before being made public. The National Institute of Standards and Technology will set these standards, and the Department of Homeland Security will apply them to critical infrastructure sectors. This represents a major step in advancing AI safety.

Protecting Privacy: The order calls for Congress to pass bipartisan data privacy legislation to safeguard Americans' privacy, especially with the growing use of AI in data extraction and analysis. It also promotes privacy-preserving techniques and research to protect individuals' privacy while using AI.

Advancing Equity and Civil Rights: To combat discrimination and bias in AI, the President's order provides guidance for preventing discrimination in housing, federal benefits programs, and federal contracts. It also aims to ensure fairness in the criminal justice system when using AI.

Consumer Protection: The order seeks to balance the benefits and risks of AI for consumers by advancing responsible AI use in healthcare and education. This includes the development of safe and affordable healthcare AI and AI-enabled educational tools.

Supporting Workers: AI's impact on the job market is acknowledged, and the order emphasizes principles and best practices to mitigate job displacement, protect worker rights, and support workforce training.
Promoting Innovation and Competition: The order encourages AI research and development, particularly in healthcare and climate change areas. It aims to foster a competitive AI ecosystem, especially for small developers and entrepreneurs. It also seeks to streamline visa criteria to attract AI expertise to the U.S.

American Leadership Abroad: Recognizing the global nature of AI, the order calls for international collaboration on AI governance, safety, and standards. The U.S. will engage with other nations to ensure safe and responsible AI development worldwide.

Government Use of AI: The order guides government agencies in the responsible deployment of AI, including standards to protect rights and safety, improved procurement, and efficient contracting. It also accelerates the hiring of AI professionals across government agencies.


This covers various aspects, from safety and privacy to equity, innovation, and international collaboration, all of which align with the interests of healthcare technology advocates!
I can't wait to see what unfolds 👀