A recent resurgence of artificial intelligence fears has resulted in a range of voices calling for a full pause in AI development. Jennifer Huddleston, a senior fellow in technology policy at the Cato Institute, released a new blog arguing for a more balanced approach, writing in part:

“The last week has focused a lot on the potential risks of AI, distracting from the ways this broad-purpose technology is already transforming our lives in ways we don’t think about or see. We no longer think of autocomplete or text-to-speech as AI, even though they are. We often don’t see the remarkable medical research that is being powered by AI until it directly impacts us or a loved one. AI is opening new doors for entrepreneurship and creating fresh opportunities in skilled trades. Any conversation about how to govern this technology should consider two truths: yes, the risks could be real and worth taking seriously, but so are the benefits already showing up in people’s lives and livelihoods.”

To speak with Huddleston, contact Christopher Tarvardian.