Government considers labeling AI content
Minister of Industry and Science Ed Husic discussed mandatory labeling of AI-generated content with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman following similar legislation pending approval in the European Parliament to curb malicious use of artificial intelligence (AI).
The pair discussed options to regulate artificially created content during a meeting in Federal Parliament, hoping to curb malicious use of artificially generated content targeting Australians.
Last month, Altman expressed concern that malicious actors and foreign agents could use deepfake images to manipulate elections and distribute misinformation.
Concerns were also noted by Microsoft president Brad Smith: “We’re going to have to address in particular what concerns us about most foreign cyber influence operations, the types of activities that are already being carried out by from the Russian government, the Chinese, the Iranians.”
According to a report in the Sydney Morning HeraldOpenAI is prepared to consider regulatory options.
“I have raised, in light of what the EU has proposed this week with its bills, the labeling of AI-generated products so that people have confidence about what they are facing,” Minister Husic told the meeting. . Sydney Morning Herald.
“Open AI [has] “He indicated his willingness to consider that, and it is something we are thinking about as well.”
While experts have praised Minister Husic’s approach, Professor Geoff Webb of Monash University explained that labeling may not actually deter malicious actors.
“I am cautious about exactly how effective mandatory labeling of AI-generated content would be. “It is unlikely to stop bad actors, such as a foreign power seeking to disrupt an election or referendum in Australia,” Professor Webb explained.
“The best way to ensure Australia is not left at the mercy of the foreign interests that currently control these technologies is to increase Australian workforce training and investment in AI research and development in Australia.”
The discussion comes as Minister Husic spearheads the government’s plans to oversee the safe growth of artificial intelligence, publishing two documents in early June.
The documents include the federal government’s report. Safe and responsible AI in Australia discussion paper, which identifies regulatory gaps and potential solutions to strengthen Australia’s AI framework.
It also included the Quick Response Report: Generative AI published by the National Council of Science and Technology, which charts the scientific “path forward” for artificial intelligence.
“Using AI safely and responsibly is a balancing act that everyone is struggling with right now,” Minister Husic said in early June.
“The advantage is huge, whether it’s fighting superbugs with new antibiotics developed by AI or preventing online fraud.
“But as I have been saying for many years, there need to be adequate safeguards to ensure the safe and responsible use of AI.
“We are off to a good start, thanks to the government’s $41 million investment in AI for the industry and our strong advocacy in this space.
“Today is about what we do next to build public trust and confidence in these critical technologies.”
