ADVANCING TECHNOLOGY: President Trump is directing the Federal Government to prioritize research and development of America’s artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities.
* Today, President Trump launched his American AI Initiative that directs Federal agencies to prioritize investments in research and development of AI.
* The Initiative focuses Federal Government resources toward developing AI technology and ensuring that the next great AI inventions are made in the United States. Highlights include:
** Unleashing innovation in AI by supporting long-term research and increasing access to Federal data and computing resources for America’s AI researchers;
** Promoting a responsible approach to AI by encouraging transformative applications of AI, while continually improving outcomes for workers and users alike;
** Preparing America’s workforce for the jobs of the future by directing Federal agencies to help Americans gain AI-relevant skills and promoting Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education;
** Directing regulatory agencies to establish guidance for AI development and use across technologies and industrial sectors;
** Calling upon the National Institute of Standards and Technology to lead the development of appropriate technical and safety standards for AI systems; and
** Protecting America’s advantage in AI by promoting an international environment that supports American AI research and industries while securing critical AI technology.
DRIVING BREAKTHROUGHS: Developing America’s ability to leverage AI is critical to increasing prosperity, enhancing our national and economic security, and protecting our values.
* AI promises great benefits for American workers, with the potential to improve safety and increase productivity.
** Investment in AI is critical to creating the industries of the future like autonomous cars, industrial robots, algorithms for disease diagnosis, and more.
* Additionally, maintaining our Nation’s global leadership in AI will ensure that the technology is developed in a manner consistent with our Nation’s values, policies, and priorities.
* However, our Nation urgently needs workers and businesses skilled in AI and capable of leading our country’s development and application of AI into the future.
* AI must also be developed in a way that does not compromise our American values, civil liberties, or freedoms.
* Rapid technological innovation can lead to radical improvements in society and quality of life.
VISIONARY LEADERSHIP: President Trump is committed to enacting policies that promote and protect American leadership in technological development and innovation.
* President Trump has directed his Administration to take action to promote technical education and apprenticeships for American workers.
* The President has taken numerous steps to promote high quality STEM and computer science education in our schools and universities, with a particular focus on women and girls.
* The President is also protecting our National Security Innovation Base against those who illicitly acquire America’s hard-earned intellectual property.
[Editor's note: This fact sheet originally appeared on WhiteHouse.gov. Read the Executive Order on Maintaining American Leadership in Artificial Intelligence.]
Source: U.S. Dept. of Energy, Artificial Intelligence & Technology Office
