The White House has introduced a plan to mitigate the risks of artificial intelligence (AI) while promoting its development, according to CNN. The plan includes policies that would guide how the government procures and utilizes AI systems. The measures taken could significantly affect the AI market and control how Americans interact with AI in various settings. Part of the plan includes allocating $140 million to the National Science Foundation to promote research and development in AI. The funds will be used for establishing research centers that use AI to address issues such as climate change, public health, and agriculture. The announcement was released in advance of a meeting between Vice President Kamala Harris and technology CEO’s from Anthropic, Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI to emphasize the importance of responsible and ethical AI development. The concern over AI technology is that its widespread use could generate deepfakes and misinformation that could pose a threat to the democratic process. Additionally, the technology could lead to automation and job loss, algorithmic biases, threats to public safety, and more.