News That Caught Our Eye #34 October 31, 2024
This Week in AI News: The U.S. Department of Labor released a blueprint to empower workers in the AI age, recommending transparency, employee input, and protection from AI surveillance, alongside training to ensure AI enhances job security and fair wages. The Financial Times highlighted AI's growing role in government, shifting focus from fears of “Big Robot Rebellions” to ethical concerns around AI-driven decision-making in finance, education, and law enforcement. A new report emphasized Big Tech's influence in AI policy-making, calling for more diverse voices, especially from startups innovating in health and infrastructure. Globally, AI Safety Institutes are emerging to set standards, while Hong Kong released guidelines for fintech, and Albuquerque, N.M., formed a working group for local AI policy. From ethical oversight to workplace rights, this week’s News That Caught Our Eye underscores AI's expanding influence across society.
Published on October 31, 2024