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"This memorandum provides further direction on appropriately harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) models and AI-enabled technologies in the United States Government, especially in the context of national security systems (NSS), while protecting human rights, civil rights, civil liberties, privacy, and safety in AI-enabled national security activities. A classified annex to this memorandum addresses additional sensitive national security issues, including countering adversary use of AI that poses risks to United States national security." https://lnkd.in/erb-Dcu9

This memorandum from the Biden administration notes that "AI has emerged as an era-defining technology and has demonstrated significant and growing relevance to national security." It notes that AI governance must ensure that AI development results in AI that is safe, secure, and trustworthy. #safeAI #secureAI #trustworthyAI #nationalsecurity

Principles of responsible and trustworthy AI are receiving more attention. Here is a memorandum from from the Biden Administration: "Memorandum on Advancing the United States’ Leadership in Artificial Intelligence; Harnessing Artificial Intelligence to Fulfill National Security Objectives; and Fostering the Safety, Security, and Trustworthiness of Artificial Intelligence" The following principles of responsible AI are prominently featured in the title of the memorandum: safety, security, and trustworthiness. Note that the memorandum positions AI as an issue of national security. #responsibleAI #safeAI #secureAI #trustworthyAI #nationalsecurity https://lnkd.in/eSNW6Aky

The White House released a new memorandum today advancing US leadership in artificial intelligence and national security. This directive establishes requirements for systematic testing of frontier AI models, creates an AI National Security Coordination Group, and mandates Chief AI Officers across covered agencies. I'm encouraged to see the focus on both rapid adoption and responsible implementation. The mandate suggests we're moving toward the kind of structured oversight that the technology demands. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gfD9FM6J

The White House recently released an in-depth memorandum on AI and national security. Three near-term implications: 1. Industry's thought leadership is more important than ever to inform cutting-edge, safe, effective new technology investments at the intersection of AI and national security. 2. Anticipate increased federal investments in new AI capabilities to advance national security priorities -- and spanning all sectors of federal government. Critical for industry partners to pay attention, and make a plan for translation of new solutions to government industry. 3. Capability integration has never been more pressing. Private sector partners need to come to the table to provide stronger, more relevant combinations of capabilities that can ensure the U.S. government stays ahead of the curve. https://lnkd.in/efSbJjMr

The official start of the global AI arms race: This morning the White House issued a National Security Memorandum declaring that 'AI is likely to affect almost all domains with national security significance'. Attracting technical talent and building computational power are now official national security priorities. - It is now the official policy that the United States must lead the world in the ability to train new foundation models. All government agencies will work to promote these capabilities. - DoS, DoD and DHS 'shall each use all available legal authorities to assist in attracting and rapidly bringing to the United States individuals with relevant technical expertise who would improve United States competitiveness in AI and related fields' - The Department of State, the DoD, DoE, and the DoC shall, 'as appropriate and consistent with applicable law, use existing authorities to make public investments and encourage private investments in strategic domestic and foreign AI technologies and adjacent fields.' - Classified threat evaluations of the frontier going forward, delivered directly to the President. 'The United States Government shall advance classified evaluations of advanced AI models’ capacity to generate or exacerbate deliberate chemical and biological threats.' Read more: https://lnkd.in/g44BnCie

The White House recently released a memorandum outlining a strategy for artificial intelligence for national security. The memorandum emphasizes responsible AI development and the need to protect the U.S. AI ecosystem. The strategy focuses on several key objectives, including: * Promoting and securing the United States' foundational AI capabilities * Protecting AI from foreign intelligence threats * Advancing AI innovation and security * Fostering the safety and security of AI The memorandum also details the specific roles of various government agencies and timelines in this initiative. Arizona Technology Council AI Ecosystem Committee #AI #NationalSecurity #Innovation #Technology

"The Executive Order directed a sweeping range of actions within 90 days to address some of AI’s biggest threats to safety and security. These included setting key disclosure requirements for developers of the most powerful systems, assessing AI’s risks for critical infrastructure, and hindering foreign actors’ efforts to develop AI for harmful purposes. To mitigate these and other risks, agencies have: --Used Defense Production Act authorities to compel developers of the most powerful AI systems to report vital information, especially AI safety test results, to the Department of Commerce.  ... --Proposed a draft rule that proposes to compel U.S. cloud companies that provide computing power for foreign AI training to report that they are doing so.  ... --Completed risk assessments covering AI’s use in every critical infrastructure sector. Nine agencies—including the Department of Defense, the Department of Transportation, the Department of Treasury, and Department of Health and Human Services—submitted their risk assessments to the Department of Homeland Security." https://lnkd.in/ekfD2gpS

As we close out #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, it’s fitting that The White House has released new guidance on AI. The new National Security Memorandum (NSM) on Advancing U.S. Leadership in Artificial Intelligence marks a pivotal step in leveraging AI for national security objectives while emphasizing AI safety, security, and trustworthiness. This NSM builds on the requirements established in Executive Order 14110 (2023), providing additional guidance on U.S. government AI operations, both domestically and abroad, while prioritizing the protection of human rights, civil rights, safety, and privacy. At OTHSolutions, we have long been committed to AI governance initiatives, collaborating closely with homeland security clients to inform and develop responsible AI practices and to support the strategy and analysis that shape effective public policy. While additional Executive guidance on AI is still anticipated, we’re eager to continue our support and to incorporate the critical guidance set forth by this NSM. As AI technology evolves, the need for robust governance frameworks that enhance security and protect individual rights becomes increasingly urgent. This is a call to action for leaders, innovators, and allies worldwide to foster trust in transformative technologies—both domestically and on the global stage. Read more: https://lnkd.in/efSbJjMr #OTHSolutions #ArtificialIntelligence #AIGovernance #NationalSecurity #AILeadership #PrivacyProtection #EthicalAI #GlobalCooperation Bill Hyjek Nabeela N. Barbari Amanda Van Hooser, PMP Stephanie dela Cruz Marisa S.

We have a new framework for the use of AI for our national security.