Government agencies don’t have a “precise definition” of artificial intelligence accountability in federal guidance, according to a new report from the non-profit American Council for Technology and Industry Advisory Council’s group focused on emerging technology.

Although non-binding risk management and accountability frameworks exist, currently the only governing document requiring action in terms of AI accountability is a 2020 executive order, leaving agencies with “a lot of latitude,” the report states…

The new report advises agencies not only follow actions required by the 2020 executive order, but also take accountability practices from existing frameworks at the National Institute of Standards and Technology, which issued a draft AI risk management framework in early 2022, and the Government Accountability Office.

“Artificial Intelligence Accountability is an important opportunity for agencies because AI capabilities present risks not anticipated by other federal regulations and policies,” the report states. “Failure to plan for accountability in the adoption of AI may result in greater risks.” … Read the full article here.