What do you understand by generative Artificial Intelligence (AI)? How can policymakers and regulatory bodies effectively address the concerns and challenges posed by generative AI?

The concerns and challenges posed by generative AI -

i) Regulation of content

• It can lead to disruption due to deepfakes

• infringement of IPR rights - copyright of data

ii) Skilled workforce

• India Skills Report 2023 shows only 1/3rd of population is ready for needs of 21st century

iii) Research and investment

• Less than 2% is spent on research by government
• Private investment is low

iv) conflict of interest in regulation and review of policies

v) Cybercrimes using AI - a new tool for propaganda

In order to effectively address the challenges of Generative AI →

i) Institutional mechanisms for monitoring and regulations ii) Better guidelines and enforcement on the use of AI iii) Tackling misinformation and privacy of customers iv) Global efforts eg - India joined group of "AI for All"

• ICET with USA v) Ethical concerns to be addressed