Utah University Pursues Optimistic yet Measured Approach to Researching Responsible A.I. Use
• A University of Utah program aims to research responsible use of A.I. technology to address societal issues.
• The program leader says A.I. is a tool that can be used for good or ill depending on the user.
• The program is taking a "measured, healthy, optimistic view" towards A.I. - acknowledging challenges but seeking positives.
• A.I. could help elections by detecting anomalies, but could also enable disinformation like deepfakes.
• Regulating A.I. risks limiting free speech, so balancing oversight with openness is challenging.