This interview considers approaches to AI regulation. There are two philosophical approaches that can be distilled from it: 1. Notwithstanding that we don't know exactly where we are going, let's get started. I agree with this very much. Regulations can be repealed, altered and tweaked later (assuming a vigiliant and effective governing body--I know it's asking… Continue reading On balance…
The elephant in the room.
This article reminded me of that story about the three blind men and the elephant, wherein each feels a different part of the elephant and comes to a different conclusion as to what it is. The thing is, at the end of the day despite what each wise man said, it's still an elephant. And a point… Continue reading The elephant in the room.
The, uh, stuff that dreams are made of.
This article that touches on blockchain regulation in Malta is a little off topic (although it gets to AI, at the end), but I wanted to share it because it includes some nice commentary from a senior technology advisor to the Maltese government on regulation and technology. Having been there recently, I know Malta has an… Continue reading The, uh, stuff that dreams are made of.
In the game?
I have been less than complimentary about Canada's efforts (and in particular those of our governments) in AI regulation. So it is nice to see some forward looking expressions of thought regarding the regulation of AI coming from our country. As well as a recognition that there seems to be a gap as to our participation… Continue reading In the game?
The gravity of the situation.
The World Economic Forum (those are the fancy-Davos-meeting guys) published a report entitled The New Physics of Financial Services a few days ago which looks in depth at how AI will transform the financial services sector. Their report uses a photo of the "Pillars of Creation" from the Eagle Nebula on the cover. I had to look… Continue reading The gravity of the situation.
