From the U.S. Government Accountability Office, www.gao.gov

Transcript for: How Should Federal Agencies Acquire and Use Artificial
Intelligence?

Video Description: Federal agencies requested $1.8 billion for fiscal
year 2023 for nondefense research and development investment in AI. In
addition, some agencies are using AI operationally to identify
information security threats and facilitate the review of large
datasets, among other uses. Given the rapid growth in capabilities and
widespread adoption of AI, the federal government should have safeguards
to manage AI's complexities, risks, and societal consequences.

Related GAO Works: GAO-24-105980, ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: Agencies Have
Begun Implementation but Need to Complete Key Requirements

Released: December 2023

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Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the world and could improve
government operations. 

For example, Federal Agencies can use AI to analyze drone photos and
large datasets. 

Safeguards are needed to manage AI risks and benefits. 

But without government-wide guidance on how Federal Agencies should
acquire and use AI, agencies can't effectively address AI risks and
benefits.

Our recommendations address these issues and more.

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For more info, check out our report GAO-24-105980 at: GAO.gov