Trump's AI Plan Sparks Debate Over Copyright
The plan's focus on promoting trustworthy AI and preventing ideological biases has sparked debate, with some arguing that it aligns too closely with the tech industry's interests, while others see it as a necessary step to ensure the responsible development and use of AI technologies.
President Donald Trump's 28-page AI Action Plan has been launched, aiming to dominate the AI industry, while criticizing copyright enforcement efforts and state-level AI regulations, sparking concerns among civil rights advocates and tech critics.
The plan does not address copyright issues, instead leaving it to the courts, with Trump claiming that stringent copyright enforcement is unrealistic for the AI industry and would hinder US companies' global competitiveness. This move has raised eyebrows, as it may impact the development and implementation of AI technologies.
In addition to the AI Action Plan, Trump has signed three executive orders, including one to fast-track federal permitting for AI infrastructure projects, another to expand American exports of AI hardware and software, and a third to ban federal procurement of AI technology with partisan bias or ideological agendas. These orders aim to promote the use of trustworthy AI and prevent the inclusion of ideological biases or social agendas in AI models.
The executive order also targets the concept of "diversity, equity, and inclusion" (DEI) in AI, which it claims can distort factual information and promote preferred outcomes. The order requires federal agencies to procure only large language models (LLMs) that adhere to two principles: truth-seeking and ideological neutrality, ensuring that AI models prioritize historical accuracy, scientific inquiry, and objectivity.
As the AI industry continues to evolve, the implications of Trump's AI Action Plan and executive orders will be closely watched, with many awaiting the outcomes of these initiatives and their potential impact on the development and use of AI technologies.