A congressman wanted to understand AI. So he went back to a college classroom to learn - AP News
Representative Anna Eshoo is working to create a 'safe place' for lawmakers to learn about and regulate AI-generated deepfakes.

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Representative Don Beyer (D-VA) has enrolled in a master's degree program for machine learning to better understand AI technology as Congress considers new regulations. The article explores how lawmakers are attempting to bridge the technical knowledge gap to effectively manage AI's risks and benefits.
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