5 things about AI you may have missed today: Permits for AI proposed, jobs at risk due to AI, and more
Senators in the US propose government licensing for AI, including language models like GPT-4; Uttar Pradesh schools to introduce coding and AI courses for over 50 lakh students; AI cameras slash traffic violations in Kerala; AI transforming work- this and more in our daily roundup. Let us take a look.
US senators Richard Blumenthal and Josh Hawley propose a government body to regulate AI, including licensing for language models like GPT-4. High-risk AI applications, like facial recognition, would also require licences with rigorous testing, disclosure, and audit conditions, according to a report by the Wired. They suggest public disclosure of AI training data and granting individuals harmed by AI the right to take legal action against its creators. These recommendations may influence future AI regulation debates in Washington, with upcoming hearings and meetings involving tech executives and AI experts. Also read: Sam Altman heaps praise on Elon Musk for remarkable success of OpenAI, calls him 'magnet'
The Uttar Pradesh education department plans to teach coding, computational thinking, and AI to over 50 lakh students in Classes 6-8 in state-run schools starting from the 2024-25 academic session, according to an IANS report. The course, developed by SCERT, will be part of the science subject. It aims to enhance students' overall personality and aligns with NEP-2020. Class 6 will cover Microsoft Word and programming, while Classes 7-8 will delve into networking, cybersecurity, logical thinking, Microsoft Excel, data, and AI, fostering innovation and creativity.
Kerala Transport Minister Antony Raju announced a significant reduction in traffic violations since the implementation of AI cameras. Monthly violations dropped from
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