- Support for AB 3211 Bill
- OpenAI's Stance on Other Bills
- AI Regulation Initiatives in California
The artificial intelligence startup OpenAI has expressed support for a new California bill that proposes labeling AI-generated content. The bill requires watermarks in the metadata of AI-generated photos, videos and audio clips.
Support for AB 3211 Bill
OpenAI Chief Strategy Officer Jason Kwon has expressed support for the AB 3211 bill, which mandates labeling of AI-generated content. According to Kwon, this will help users differentiate between human-made and AI-generated content, particularly in light of growing misinformation about political candidates. Kwon stated that new technologies and standards can help people understand the origin of online content and avoid confusion between human-generated and AI-generated content.
OpenAI's Stance on Other Bills
Previously, OpenAI opposed another AI-related bill, SB 1047, which required AI developers to conduct safety testing on some of their models. This bill was proposed by California State Senator Scott Wiener and co-authored by Senators Richard Roth, Susan Rubio, and Henry Stern. In a letter to Wiener and California Governor Gavin Newsom, Kwon warned about the potential negative implications of SB 1047, arguing that it would stifle innovation and slow the pace of development.
AI Regulation Initiatives in California
The SB 1047 and AB 3211 bills are just two of many legal initiatives in California aimed at addressing AI regulation. State lawmakers attempted to introduce 65 bills this legislative season that touch on AI. Some initiatives include measures to ensure algorithmic decisions are unbiased and protect the intellectual property of deceased individuals from exploitation by AI companies. According to records from CalMatters, AB 3211 passed the second reading on August 26 and is now ordered to a third reading. If it passes by the end of the legislative session on August 31, it will advance to Governor Newsom for signing or veto by September 30.
OpenAI's support for the AB 3211 bill shows the company's commitment to a more transparent and understandable regulation of AI content. However, it also urges caution in regulation to avoid stifling innovation and slowing technological development.
