Gov. JB Pritzker assembling Illinois Artificial Intelligence Cabinet to assess AI threats
Governor JB Pritzker signed an executive order creating the Illinois Artificial Intelligence Cabinet. This panel of experts will advise state officials on potential risks AI poses to residents and critical infrastructure. The initiative seeks to address safety concerns regarding the technology's rapid development.
Gov. JB Pritzker is convening a panel of experts to advise state officials on the potential threats of artificial intelligence as a growing number of industry leaders warn the burgeoning, self-improving technology could spell doomsday for humanity if left unchecked.The Democratic governor signed an executive order Tuesday establishing the Illinois Artificial Intelligence Cabinet to assess “the various risks posed by Al to the safety of Illinois residents and the critical infrastructure…
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