The board was established in April and is comprised of major software and hardware companies, critical infrastructure operators, public officials, civil rights organizations and academia, according to a release.
Once in a generation opportunity
Mayorkas explained the need for this framework in a report outlining the initiative: For example, new technology is helping to sort and distribute mail to American homes, quickly detect earthquakes and predict aftershocks, and prevent power outages and other power interruptions. However, their use is not without risks. False earthquake alarms can cause panic, and vulnerabilities introduced by new technologies can expose critical systems to malicious attackers. ”
He said AI “offers a once-in-a-generation opportunity to improve the strength and resiliency of America’s critical infrastructure, and we must seize it while minimizing potential harm.” . If widely adopted, this framework will go a long way toward ensuring the safety and security of critical services such as clean water, reliable electricity, and internet access. ”
