EU International Market Commissioner Calls for New Rules Against ChatGPT and Other AI Tools

Urian B., Tech Times 07 February 2023, 03:02 am

Thierry Breton, European Union Internal Market Commissioner, recently commented on the need for new regulations when it comes to AI technology. He specifically mentioned ChatGPT, a powerful natural language processing tool that could be misused in various situations.

Concerns that ChatGPT Could Lead to Fraud or Educational Abuse

According to the story by Giz China, Breton stated that he believed new regulations were necessary to ensure people felt safe using AI technology. The main concern surrounding ChatGPT is that it could be used to commit fraud or educational abuse.

For example, it could be used to impersonate a real person and trick someone into doing something they would not normally do. Or, it could be used to make automated essays for classwork and earn students credit for work they did not do.

The Potential for AI to be Abused: A Critical Discussion

These are just a few ways ChatGPT could be abused, and some action must be taken to mitigate these risks. As AI technology continues to become more and more present in our lives, it is important to take these concerns seriously and take action as soon as possible.

As seen in an article by Reuters, Breton reminds us that AI has huge potential for doing good, from enabling the elderly to live independently to helping diagnose diseases faster. Furthermore, it can be a force for good within the political environment, from tracking the spread of the virus to streamlining government services.

Regulating and Establishing Global Standards for AI Systems

Yet despite the advances this technology can bring, it's still important to ensure ethical considerations are met, from protecting privacy to ensuring that AI's decisions remain impartial. In this regard, Breton thinks AI systems need rapid regulation and global standards for this industry.

This is what they are discussing in Brussels now. Breton said that the EU is now working with the Council of the EU and the European Parliament to clarify the rules in the AI Law further.

Creating Regulations for Artificial Intelligence: The EU's Aim for March 2023

He stresses that it's essential to ensure all parties are in compliance and that firms should be able to prove their AI systems' compatibility with contracting authorities. The aim is for AI rules to be drafted as early as March, per Euro News.

For years the European Union has been working to create new regulations for artificial intelligence (AI) technology, striving to balance the potential risks that this technology poses to basic rights such as privacy and non-discrimination with its potential benefits.

EU's Limited Authority over AI Technology Regulations"

The regulations are slated to cover various AI applications, such as chatbots and biometric identification systems. Though the regulatory framework is still under construction, it is clear that its enactment will have a huge influence on the future of AI development in the EU.

However, though the EU has the power to impose these regulations on its member states, it does not have the authority to actively block a specific type of AI technology, such as ChatGPT, one of the leading language models on the market.