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In the AI era, adaptable policy is a necessity

The Hill
| August 18, 2023

In their op-ed featured in The Hill, CSET's Dewey Murdick and Jack Corrigan provide expert analysis on the rapid emergence of generative artificial intelligence tools like OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google's Bard. The piece delves into the growing concerns among leaders in government, industry, and academia regarding the control of the development and utilization of this emerging technology and provide solutions to address it.

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Gain-of-Function Risk Is Not One-Size-Fits-All

Think Global Health
| September 29, 2023

In their op-ed featured in The Hill, CSET's Steph Batalis and Caroline Schuerger provide expert analysis on the ongoing debate in the United States regarding gain-of-function (GOF) research.

Highlighted in a TIME commentary piece is the impact of a CSET report, co-authored by Emily S. Weinstein and Ngor Luong. The piece discusses President Joe Biden's recent visit to India and Vietnam, which underscores the U.S. administration's efforts to "de-risk" economically and technologically from China.

In a commentary published by Nature, Josh A. Goldstein and Zachary Arnold, along with co-authors, explore how artificial intelligence, including large language models like ChatGPT, can enhance science advice for policymaking.

In a Washington Post article that delves into China's extensive efforts to collect genetic data from around the world, using innovative technology, CSET's Anna Puglisi provided her expert insights.

Margarita Konaev's insights in a TIME article shed light on the evolving U.S. security assistance to Ukraine amidst the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The article highlights the potential impact of providing Ukraine with ATACMS and the ongoing Biden administration deliberations.

In an op-ed published in War on the Rocks, CSET’s Lauren Kahn discusses the U.S. Department of Defense's Replicator initiative, which aims to rapidly scale military capabilities in response to strategic competition with China.

A recent Newsweek article featured a report from CSET, highlighting China's strong push in the field of artificial general intelligence.

Immigration reform seen as key to U.S. AI leadership

Marketplace
| September 15, 2023

In a Marketplace radio segment, CSET's Zach Arnold shared his insights on the creation of an AI Visa specifically designed for AI talent.

CSET's Anna Puglisi was featured in a Nature article along with a report she co-authored. The article discusses the challenges faced by US policymakers in regulating research involving potentially harmful pathogens. The focal point of the discussion is the CSET report titled “Understanding the Global Gain-of-Function Research Landscape.”

CSET's Anna Puglisi was featured in a Fox News article that discusses the recent Senate Energy Committee hearing. The hearing highlighted both the potential threats and opportunities associated with the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into the U.S. energy sector and daily life. Concerns were raised about China's AI advancements and the absence of a strategic AI plan in the U.S. Puglisi emphasized the need for updated policies to tackle challenges posed by China and global players in academia and research.