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India Requires Tech Firms to Seek Approval Before Releasing 'Unreliable' AI Tools
India has issued an advisory requiring tech firms to obtain government approval before releasing "unreliable" AI tools. The advisory also emphasises the need for clear labeling and warns against the potential for incorrect answers. This move is part of India's efforts to regulate AI technologies and ensure their responsible use.
In a move to regulate the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, India has issued an advisory asking tech firms to obtain approval from the government before publicly releasing any tools that are deemed "unreliable" or still under trial. The advisory also emphasises the need for these tools to be clearly labeled, warning users about the potential for incorrect answers to their queries.
The Indian Ministry of Information Technology stated that the use of such AI tools, including generative AI, must be done with explicit permission from the government, especially when making them available to users on the Indian internet. This directive comes as countries worldwide are racing to establish regulations for AI technologies.
India has been particularly focused on tightening regulations for social media companies, as the country is considered a key growth market for these platforms. The recent advisory serves as another step in the government's efforts to ensure responsible and accountable use of AI tools.
The advisory was issued just a week after a top minister criticized Google's Gemini AI tool. The tool had provided a response that some accused Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi of implementing "fascist" policies. In response, Google acknowledged the issue and stated that the tool may not always be reliable, especially when it comes to current events and political topics.
Deputy IT Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar took to social media to emphasise that platforms have a legal obligation to prioritize safety and trust. He stated, "'Sorry Unreliable' does not exempt from law," highlighting the importance of adhering to regulations even when AI tools may not be completely accurate.
In addition to seeking approval for the release of AI tools, the advisory also calls on platforms to ensure that their AI technologies do not pose a threat to the integrity of the electoral process. With India's general elections scheduled for this summer, the government wants to ensure that AI tools are not misused or manipulated to influence the outcome. The ruling Hindu nationalist party is expected to secure a clear majority in the upcoming elections.
India has issued an advisory requiring tech firms to obtain government approval before releasing "unreliable" AI tools.
The advisory also emphasises the need for clear labeling and warns against the potential for incorrect answers.
This move is part of India's efforts to regulate AI technologies and ensure their responsible use.
Source: REUTERS