US Commerce Secretary: Progress has been made in promoting artificial intelligence safety over the past year

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Raymond delivered a speech at the inaugural online meeting of the International Institute for AI Safety Research. Raymond stated that artificial intelligence technology is unprecedented in history and has significant potential to disrupt job markets.

Governments worldwide must ensure their safety before deploying AI systems, emphasizing the need for rigorous testing and evaluation. Establishing international best practices for AI safety is an urgent matter. Progress has been made in promoting AI safety over the past year, with measures now established that were not previously available. The International Institute for AI Safety Research network currently has 10 members, with plans to add more in the future.

The U.S Department of Commerce's Institute for AI Safety Research focuses on identifying national security and public safety risks associated with artificial intelligence. A team composed of scientists and engineers is developing advanced methods for testing before and after deploying AI models. The institute emphasizes scientific excellence rather than acting as a regulatory body. Its goal is to ensure government work on artificial intelligence is both intelligent and cutting-edge, guided by science.