Connecticut Boices for Children has released a report on proposed artificial intelligence regulations to protect children online.
Research-based advocacy organization has released a report on Beyond Algorithms for Building Secure Digital Futures. AI governance. We present policy and legal ideas to address concerns surrounding AI in the context of child safety.
The report states that more than 30 states have passed or proposed legislation to address AI concerns. It highlights the urgency for further solutions by pointing to the more than 140 AI-related bills introduced in Congress.
Carmen Clarkin is a research and policy associate at the organization. Clarkin said the organization conducted a literature review to better understand the regulatory environment. By examining existing AI practices in other states, the group was able to draft ideas that could be implemented in Connecticut.
“These examples show that thoughtful AI legislation that balances innovation and regulation is not only possible, but necessary,” Clarken said.
Key policy recommendations include establishing measures for bias detection and continuous monitoring, a focus on transparency, and consumer protection. This report utilized a framework that addresses AI concerns from Colorado, Minnesota, and Utah. She says the group reviewed existing AI governance practices and provided recommendations in Connecticut.
“Children are particularly vulnerable, so protecting children in this context requires intentionality. Policies and practices in the best interest of our young people are one of those at the heart of the AI conversation. There is a need,” Clarken said.
According to a 2023 Pew study cited in the report, about one-third of 13- to 17-year-olds report being present on social media sites almost constantly every day. The survey found that 40% of children between the ages of 8 and 12 use social media.
The report highlights that the level of engagement raises important questions about “how the data generated by these interactions will be used and the long-term implications for children’s privacy and autonomy.” did.
“Strengthening data protection and privacy is an essential step to protect individuals, especially children, from the risks associated with widespread data collection and misuse perpetuated by artificial intelligence,” Clarkin said. I am.
The group wants to create policies that protect children from predatory marketing, biased micro-targeting and over-surveillance, and privacy violations. We are seeking collaboration from policymakers, technology companies, educators, and other stakeholders.
