Biden met with the President’s Council of Science and Technology Advisers (PCAST) at the White House.
“POTENTIAL RISKS TO NATIONAL SECURITY”
Saying that they came together to evaluate the opportunities and risks presented by artificial intelligence, Biden noted that artificial intelligence can help cope with problems such as diseases and climate change, but at the same time, it can contain potential risks to the economy and national security.
“SOCIAL MEDIA US…”
Saying that he thinks tech companies are responsible for making sure their products are safe before making them available to the public, Biden said, “Social media has shown us the damage that powerful technologies can do without the right precautions.” said.
Biden pointed out that failure to take the necessary measures in this context may adversely affect the mental health, self-perception and emotions of young people.
The US President said Congress should pass bipartisan privacy legislation that places strict limits on the personal data tech companies collect, blocks ads targeting children, and suggests tech companies should prioritize health and safety in the products they produce.
“WE WILL SEE IN TIME… MAY HAVE”
A question about whether artificial intelligence is dangerous, Biden said, “We will see over time. It may be.” replied. (AA)