AI Security Taskforce Embraces Artificial Intelligence Safety Standards
The Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE) has welcomed the release of proposals for mandatory artificial intelligence (AI) guardrails for high-risk AI applications.
ATSE, a leading voice in Australia's science and technology sector, is committed to working with the government and AI stakeholders to ensure the country harnesses AI's transformative potential. Kylie Walker, the CEO of ATSE, considers these proposals as a means to help Australia lead both technological and regulatory innovation in AI, setting a global standard.
The proposals aim to regulate high-risk AI applications and create a safe and responsible AI ecosystem in Australia. They include voluntary AI safety standards for guidance to AI developers and users. These standards are being released while the guardrails are legislated.
Investing further in local AI innovations, according to Walker, will create new AI industries and jobs in Australia and reduce reliance on internationally developed systems. Local AI industries, as per Walker, will give the Australian Government greater ability to regulate AI development in line with Australian community values and expectations.
The regulatory mechanism for determining high-risk AI systems is still undergoing consultation. ATSE emphasizes the need for this mechanism to be clear and accountable to avoid high-risk systems slipping through the gaps. ATSE supports the guardrails and standards, as well as the government's principles for determining high-risk AI systems.
Kylie Walker emphasizes the need for robust measures to safeguard these areas and position Australia at the forefront of AI development. She believes greater adoption of AI could increase Australia's economy by AUD200 billion annually.
ATSE thanks the Artificial Intelligence Expert Group, including its Fellow Professor Bronwyn Fox, for their work. Professor Fox, who holds the position of Deputy Vice-Chancellor at UNSW, is involved in hosting or leading events related to artificial intelligence within the university context. However, the specific role within the Artificial Intelligence Expert Group is not explicitly detailed in the provided search results.
The proposals also include voluntary AI safety standards for guidance to AI developers and users. These standards are a prudent step, according to ATSE, towards ensuring the safe and responsible development and deployment of AI in Australia.
In conclusion, the proposals for AI regulation mark an important step towards a safer, more responsible, and innovative AI ecosystem in Australia. With clear regulations and guidelines in place, Australia can lead the way in AI development, setting a global standard for safe and ethical AI practices.
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