In a blog post detailing essential objectives, Microsoft President Brad Smith emphasized the groundwork necessary for responsible AI.

Brad Smith, the President of Microsoft, has once again made headlines with a new announcement on Thursday, emphasizing responsible AI use. blog post He pointed out that while AI has the potential to significantly benefit society, developers and organizations must prioritize ethical development and deployment. In his blog, he elaborated on how influential language models, including ChatGPT, could shape the trajectory of AI while encouraging thorough evaluation of their societal impact.

As discussion around ethical implications surrounding AI and ChatGPT gains momentum, Smith highlighted that these language models are trained on massive datasets, emphasizing the need to prevent the persistence of harmful biases.

Interestingly, research by Koch, Denton, Hanna, and Foster revealed that a significant portion—over 50%—of data used to train AI originates from a mere 12 institutions, predominantly situated in the U.S. This trend neglects contributions from regions like Africa, Asia, and South America, further embedding Western cultural biases.

According to a study From these overlooked areas, collectively referred to as the Global South, the majority of tasks related to data annotation, content moderation, and testing for invasive AI applications occur.

Ironically, ChatGPT is trained by people In this context, workers receive as little as 11 cents an hour. done in Global South countries Microsoft reiterated its dedication to ethical AI, citing initiatives like the formation of the Aether Committee in 2017, which unites researchers, engineers, and policy experts to focus on creating tools that can detect and mitigate bias in AI systems. The company also took the opportunity to refresh its commitments.

Additionally, the tech giant urged other organizations and individuals to prioritize ethical AI practices and collaborate on shaping a more just future. Smith delineated three principal objectives: responsible AI framework last year.

First, to ensure that AI is designed and utilized in an ethical and responsible manner, which includes engaging in democratic law-making processes concerning AI protection, and advocating for durable, outcome-oriented regulation that is adaptable and interoperable.

• Second, to enhance the international competitiveness and national security through AI. This involves acknowledging the necessity for the U.S. and other democratically inclined nations to uphold their technological leadership. Smith remarked that with the collaboration of entities like OpenAI and DeepMind within Google, the U.S. is well-positioned to maintain this leadership. engage in conversations Third, to guarantee that AI benefits society as a whole by empowering individuals in the workforce and educational sectors, fostering inclusive economic growth, and addressing pressing challenges such as climate change while promoting clean energy innovations.
• By articulating these core principles for responsible AI, Microsoft aligns itself with organizations like The Collaborative AI Responsibility Lab (The CAIR Lab) at the University of Pittsburgh, aiming to boost the adoption of ethical AI by merging research with activist efforts. OpenAI and Microsoft Please remember that the content on this page isn't intended as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice, and it shouldn't be interpreted as such. Always invest only what you can afford to lose, and if you’re uncertain, we recommend seeking independent financial guidance. For more details, refer to the issuer’s terms and conditions or their support pages. MetaversePost is committed to providing accurate and unbiased information, but market dynamics can change rapidly.
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