Bill Wright @Billwrightv

Cyber and tech Policy/ Elastic Global Head of Government Affairs; former Senate Homeland Staff and Senior Officer at National Counterterrorism Center. elastic.co Washington, DC Joined April 2015

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Bill Wright @Billwrightv

a year ago

@TjFrederick44 @georgiedigital Amazing Tyler. Big things ahead for you!

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a year ago

@elonmusk @realDonaldTrump Do you want a government shutdown? Or a CR? They have to pass something don’t they?

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2 years ago

@Bing_Chris Congrats Chris! ProPublica is very lucky to have you.

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2 years ago

@CollinHenriques Congrats Collin! Great season.

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2 years ago

@danturrentine @megynkelly @megynkellyShow Great work Dan.

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2 years ago

@CollinHenriques @jack_martin09 Awesome catch Collin!

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2 years ago

@C_C_Krebs @CISAJen @DHS_Policy Congrats @C_C_Krebs

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2 years ago

@CollinHenriques Awesome catches Collin!

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2 years ago

@CollinHenriques @OaktonHS @OaktonAthletics @OaktonFootball @VYIfootball Wow! Awesome highlights Collin.

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2 years ago

A10. (2/2) As AI technology continues to evolve, these dynamic and comprehensive regulatory frameworks will be key to harnessing AI's potential responsibly. #eweekchat

James Maguire @JamesMaguire

2 years ago

Q10. Final question: Overall, what’s your sense of the future of AI regulation, either at the company or higher levels? #eWEEKchat

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A10 (1/2) Collaborative efforts and public-private partnerships. Governments, industries, and academia will increasingly work together to create balanced regulations that ensure ethical use while fostering innovation. #eweekchat

James Maguire @JamesMaguire

2 years ago

Q10. Final question: Overall, what’s your sense of the future of AI regulation, either at the company or higher levels? #eWEEKchat

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2 years ago

A9. Challenging but growing consensus towards cohesive, harmonized AI policies, with some countries already leading. Efforts are crucial for a unified approach to navigate diverse ethical and tech. landscapes. Good work being done by BSA ai.bsa.org #eweekchat

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2 years ago

Q9. Big question for humankind: Do you believe that AI will be effectively regulated at the national / international level? #eWEEKchat

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2 years ago

A8 (2/2) Blended Approach ensures AI technology advances responsibly, balancing the need for rapid innovation with the imperative for ethical and societal safeguards. #eweekchat

James Maguire @JamesMaguire

2 years ago

Q8. Will the AI sector regulate itself? Or will AI regulation be government vs. industry conflict in the years ahead? #eWEEKchat

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2 years ago

A8. (1/2) Future regs blend of self-reg and gov. oversight. Industry self-reg is essential, and promotes innovation, but gov. guidelines are also vital for standardizing ethical practices and protecting public interests. #eweekchat

James Maguire @JamesMaguire

2 years ago

Q8. Will the AI sector regulate itself? Or will AI regulation be government vs. industry conflict in the years ahead? #eWEEKchat

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2 years ago

A7. Vendors should comply w/ AI ethical standards, incl. evaluating their AI's transparency, data handling, and bias mitigation. Establish AI reg compliance as a key part of vendor contracts. Approach maintains ethical standards and aligns w/ broader corporate goals. #eweekchat

James Maguire @JamesMaguire

2 years ago

Q7. Strategies for working with vendors? How should a focus on regulating AI inform a company's dealings with vendors? #eWEEKchat

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2 years ago

A6. Effective AI regulation w/in company requires strategic leadership. Roles like CTO, CIO, or Chief Legal Officer are key, and some firms might benefit from an AI Ethics Officer. This leadership ensures AI aligns with legal, ethical, and business goals. #eweekchat

James Maguire @JamesMaguire

2 years ago

Q6. Which executives should be responsible for regulating enterprise AI? Does the task require a new hire? #eWEEKchat

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2 years ago

A5. Continuous, on-going training for staff in ethical AI practices, data security, and bias mitigation is vital in the fast-evolving AI landscape. Such programs align with efforts to enhance AI workforce skills, ensuring a responsible AI environment. #eweekchat

James Maguire @JamesMaguire

2 years ago

Q5. Also regarding staff: what role can AI training play? Thoughts on strategy for training staff to better regulate company AI? #eWEEKchat

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2 years ago

A4. Developing a comprehensive Code of Conduct is essential for AI use. It should cover ethical AI practices, data privacy, and preventing biased AI content. Employee training is crucial for responsible AI use, in line with privacy and civil rights standards. #eweekchat

James Maguire @JamesMaguire

2 years ago

Q4. Drilling down: What about company staff and AI regulation: what rule(s) should guide employee use of generative AI? #eWEEKchat

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Bill Wright @Billwrightv

2 years ago

Transparency is crucial for responsible AI deployment. Companies need to be clear about the capabilities and limitations of their AI, as well as how data is used. This openness fosters trust and ensures alignment with ethical and legal standards, which is fundamental. #eweekchat

James Maguire @JamesMaguire

2 years ago

Q3. What is one key overall rule or concept you’d recommend to help companies regulate their gen AI deployment? #eWEEKchat

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Bill Wright @Billwrightv

2 years ago

Lacking proper AI regs can lead to significant issues: unethical AI uses, misleading content, biases, privacy breaches, and legal/reputational risks. This is crucial in sectors dealing with sensitive data. Biden's EO on AI provides valuable guidelines. #eweekchat