@ai_and_law · Post #94 · 25.08.2023 г., 07:04
US: New Federal Privacy Bill Aims to Safeguard Against AI-Driven Discrimination Greetings! Senator Maria Cantwell, head of the Senate Commerce Committee, has highlighted that her introduced federal privacy bill could serve as a protective shield against discrimination fueled by artificial intelligence. Speaking at the Washington state's Future of AI forum, she underscored both the potential of AI and the necessity for "guardrails" to prevent potential risks. Cantwell expressed concerns about AI's potential discriminatory applications, which might lead to unfair employment or loan practices. She emphasized the importance of her privacy legislation, designed to safeguard individuals from such biases. While not providing specific details during the forum, Cantwell's spokesperson indicated that she was referring to the Consumer Online Privacy Rights Act, initially introduced in 2019 and re-introduced in 2021. The bill proposes several key provisions, including requiring companies to obtain consumers' opt-in consent for behaviorally targeted ads and prohibiting discriminatory ad targeting based on factors such as race, religion, or sex. The legislation also aims to hold companies accountable for using algorithms in housing, education, job, or credit ads. Cantwell's advocacy reflects a growing awareness of the need to regulate AI applications to ensure fairness and protect individuals' rights. #AI#Privacy#Discrimination#Legislation#AIEthics#Law