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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 transparency, with the initiative concluding on Sept. 23.
Officials want to understand where transparency matters most to Canadians as AI-related systems integrate into daily life, particularly regarding identifying interactions with Artificial Intelligence versus real people.
Solomon's discussion paper highlights risks like prompt injection attacks and explores tracking serious AI-related incidents, while also examining ways to identify Artificial Intelligence agents performing tasks like shopping or managing emails.
The Liberal government introduced a digital safety bill and privacy bill, while a crime bill criminalizing non-consensual sexual deepfakes became law in June, establishing the regulatory foundation for this consultation.
Authorities are weighing policy instruments ranging from voluntary codes to new legislation to ensure companies behind Artificial Intelligence chatbots act "responsibly," seeking feedback on how these tools 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.