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Human or AI Bot? Ottawa Consulting on Transparency of AI Systems
The consultation seeks input on labeling AI-generated content, tracking serious incidents and identifying AI agents, with feedback open until Sept. 23.
Artificial Intelligence Minister Evan Solomon launched a public consultation last week seeking input from Canadians on AI transparency, with the initiative concluding on Sept. 23.
The consultation addresses how AI-related systems integrate into daily life, with officials seeking feedback on identifying interactions with Artificial Intelligence versus real people and where transparency matters most to Canadians.
Solomon's discussion paper highlights risks like prompt injection attacks that can trick AI systems into unauthorized actions, while also exploring tracking serious AI-related incidents and identifying Artificial Intelligence agents directed to perform tasks.
The Liberal government introduced a digital safety bill and privacy bill, while a crime bill criminalizing non-consensual sexual deepfakes became law in June, providing a foundation for the current consultation.
Authorities are weighing policy instruments ranging from voluntary codes to new legislation to ensure companies behind Artificial Intelligence chatbots act "responsibly," as they evaluate how these tools might interact.
Mark Carney's government is organizing a consultation on the transparency of AI in Canada, a welcome initiative, but considered insufficient to address risks.