White House Sets New Rules for AI Use by Military and Intelligence Agencies [Video]

The White House has set new rules for artificial intelligence (AI) use by military and intelligence agencies.

This new framework, signed by President Joe Biden and announced Thursday, directs national security agencies to expand their use of the most advanced AI systems but also prohibits certain uses, including applications that would violate civil rights protected under the U.S. Constitution and any system that would automate the deployment of nuclear weapons.

Other provisions in the framework encourage AI research while calling for improved security of the U.S. computer chip supply chain. Intelligence agencies are also directed to prioritize protecting the American industry from foreign espionage campaigns.

Officials said the framework is necessary to ensure that AI is used responsibly and to encourage the development of new AI systems as China and other U.S. rivals compete in this space.