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Democrats and Republicans agree: AI is scary

“Most Americans already know AI could be transformative and dangerous at the same time. They’re not confused about that,” says Alex Bores, a computer scientist and New York state assemblyman. “What they want to know is whether anyone in government is actually going to do something about it.” Mr Bores campaigned on the promise that he would, making AI regulation the centre of his bid for Congress in a crowded Democratic primary in New York on June 23rd.

Democrats and Republicans agree: AI is scary

TL;DR

  • Most Americans understand AI can be both transformative and dangerous.
  • There is public concern about government action on AI.
  • Alex Bores, a computer scientist and assemblyman, is campaigning for Congress on a platform of AI regulation.
  • His campaign is in a Democratic primary in New York on June 23rd.