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Andrew Yang, known for his past political campaigns and as the founder of the Forward Party, recently shared his insights on the state of blockchain technology and artificial intelligence (AI) regulation in the United States. Speaking at the North American Blockchain Summit in Fort Worth, Texas, Yang expressed concerns over the current scenario and future prospects of these technologies in the U.S.
Blockchain Technology in the U.S.: A Call for Positive Use Cases
Yang, a self-proclaimed advocate of advanced digital currencies, observed that the blockchain and Web3 technologies are not being utilized to their full potential in the United States.
He attributed this to the negative public perception fueled by news stories about figures like Sam Bankman-Fried and the FTX exchange. Yang emphasized the need for blockchain to demonstrate its value in solving real-world problems for Americans, suggesting that its potential to address issues like poverty remains largely untapped. Additionally, Yang expressed his enthusiasm for the possibility of using blockchain for civic engagement, such as mobile phone voting.
The State of AI Regulation
Turning to artificial intelligence, Yang pointed out the shortcomings in the U.S.'s approach to AI regulation. He highlighted the lack of coherence in current policies and expressed concerns about the rapid development of AI systems, such as those more powerful than GPT-4. Yang, along with over 2,600 tech leaders, has called for a pause on advancing these AI systems without thorough consideration of their implications.
AI, Politics, and Public Life
Yang also discussed the intersection of AI with politics and public life. He cited an instance of a deepfake video impacting financial markets to illustrate the powerful and potentially destabilizing effects of unregulated AI. His comments underscored the need for prompt and effective regulatory measures to manage these emerging technologies.
