The New York City Council is set to hold a rare full hearing to scrutinize the safety concerns surrounding artificial intelligence, focusing on potential risks and evaluating proposed legislation aimed at addressing them. With tech companies under the spotlight, lawmakers will examine how AI technologies are developed, deployed, and regulated in an effort to mitigate harm. The session comes as growing public and political attention turns to the ethical and operational challenges posed by rapidly advancing AI systems. The hearing may offer key insights into how cities could shape policies to govern emerging technologies.
The New York City Council will be questioning tech companies on Monday on the safety of AI. The rare full council hearing will examine the risks and review several legislative proposals.
