Artificial Intelligence Tool from Microsoft Intrudes into U.S. Congressional Proceedings
The US House of Representatives is set to make a significant leap into the future of technology, as Speaker of the House Mike Johnson announces the anticipated rollout of Copilot, a chat gbt AI chatbot, for staff use at an upcoming Congressional Hackathon.
This decision follows active discussions between House Chief Administrative Officer Catherine Szpindor and various AI companies, including Anthropic, aiming to determine the viability of short-term offers and test these platforms' enterprise levels over the next year.
The integration of Copilot is intended to streamline the House's operations, potentially joining corporations and NGO allies in the realm of law-making in the country. However, the exact use of Copilot by lawmakers remains unclear.
The use of AI by Congress raises concerns about data privacy, given the sensitive nature of the information handled. Despite these concerns, the chatbots, including Copilot, are expected to have "heightened legal and data protections."
It's important to note that AI has been involved in litigious battles over copyright issues, and recently, AI firm Anthropic agreed to pay a $1.5 billion settlement for downloading pirated books to train its chatgbt.
The geriatric nature of Congress may pose challenges in understanding the laws they are passing. However, the House of Representatives is considering testing chat gpt platforms over the next year to bridge this gap.
The rollout of Copilot is expected to occur at an unspecified future date, amidst ongoing discussions about the regulations surrounding AI. Interestingly, Anthropic has offered to provide its AI chatbot services to the US Congress for just a dollar, marking a new trend where AI companies offer their services to the government at minimal costs.
However, it's crucial to remember that AI has a habit of being wrong about various things, and occasionally shows bizarre and potentially dangerous psychological side effects on its users. As such, the integration of AI into government operations requires careful consideration and oversight.
The Congressional Hackathon serves as a forum where technological innovations are showcased and discussed, providing an ideal platform for the introduction of Copilot and other AI tools. As the future of AI in government unfolds, it will be interesting to see how these developments impact the legislative process.
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