Leaders From Tech Companies Gather To Discuss Ethical Use Of Technology

Leaders from some of the world’s most prominent tech companies are set to attend a White House meeting on artificial intelligence (AI) this week, according to an official. Google CEO Sundar Pichai, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and OpenAI co-founder Sam Altman will be among those attending the meeting at the White House on Thursday, said the official who spoke on condition of anonymity. The gathering is part of President Joe Biden’s efforts to boost AI research and development in the United States.
The three executives have been vocal about their support for government investment in AI technology as well as ethical guidelines for its use. In March, Pichai called for governments around the world to invest more in AI research and development while also setting up ethical frameworks that would ensure it was used responsibly. He has also urged governments to work together with industry leaders like Google when developing regulations related to AI technology.
Nadella has similarly advocated for increased public-private partnerships between tech companies and governments when it comes to advancing AI technologies such as facial recognition software or autonomous vehicles. He has argued that these collaborations can help ensure that new technologies are developed ethically while still allowing them to reach their full potential. Meanwhile, Altman recently wrote an open letter calling on lawmakers around the world to develop “clear rules” governing how data should be collected and used by businesses so that consumers remain protected from misuse or abuse of their personal information online.
The White House meeting is expected to focus largely on how best government agencies can collaborate with private sector firms when it comes both researching new applications of existing technologies as well as creating new ones altogether – all within a framework designed protect citizens’ privacy rights while still allowing innovation flourish without unnecessary regulation stifling progress.. It remains unclear what specific topics will be discussed during Thursday’s gathering but given recent developments surrounding facial recognition software – which many experts believe could lead down a dangerous path if not regulated properly – it seems likely they may come up during discussions at some point throughout daylong event..
This isn’t first time top tech CEOs have met with Biden administration officials discuss issues related emerging technologies either; earlier this year Pichai attended virtual summit hosted by Vice President Kamala Harris focused primarily digital security matters including cybersecurity threats posed foreign adversaries nation states alike..
In addition Thursday’s meeting other events scheduled take place over next few weeks aimed furthering conversation around responsible use artificial intelligence technology.. These include series workshops organized National Science Foundation bring together academics researchers industry professionals discuss ways promote equitable access opportunities created through advancements machine learning deep learning algorithms..
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