Ethics & Safety Weekly AI News

May 5 - May 14, 2025

This week saw major developments in AI ethics and safety policies worldwide, balancing innovation with responsibility. The RAISE Act in the U.S. aims to hold large AI developers accountable by requiring safety audits, public disclosure of incidents, and whistleblower protections—without targeting smaller companies. Meanwhile, the EU AI Act progresses toward strict regulations for high-risk AI systems, forcing global businesses to adapt to diverging standards. AI workplace safety efforts gained traction, framing AI adoption as a moral imperative to prevent injuries through predictive analytics and real-time risk monitoring. Legal challenges persist, as GitHub Copilot faces ongoing copyright questions despite recent lawsuit dismissals, creating uncertainty for developers. Research initiatives like the Center for AI Safety (CAIS) continue training programs and providing compute resources to tackle societal risks, emphasizing transparency and practical solutions.

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