In a move on Monday, Donald Trump revoked several dozen executive orders issued by the administration of Joe Biden, including a crucial directive concerning artificial intelligence.
Biden’s executive order on artificial intelligence was published in October 2023 and required companies developing advanced AI models to share information with the US government regarding the security and protection of their systems.
The decree also addressed the issue of vulnerabilities and mandated that cloud providers inform the US government about their foreign clients, among other provisions.
The Republican Party criticized the decree as “dangerous” and seen as hindering innovation. The Trump administration is expected to adopt a more lenient approach towards regulating artificial intelligence and other sectors.
On January 16, Joe Biden signed a significant cybersecurity decree, building on the experiences gained over the previous four years. This action marks the apex of the president’s efforts to bolster the country’s defenses against digital threats.
The new Biden decree enhances the previous document issued during his first year as president, with a focus on safeguarding federal agencies and contractors, and expanding sanctions against those targeting vital US infrastructure.