# AI in Government: Adapting to Changing Needs and Technology
Adapting to AI Limitations
The Agriculture Department is trying to "get smarter" about AI with fewer resources. Another approach is needed, as keeping a human in the AI loop is "untenable" due to cuts, USDA IT official said. The industry and government cannot afford to have fewer resources anymore, leading to the need for smarter utilization of AI tools.
Development of Rules and Regulations
Rojas emphasized the need for "some rules and regulations" in AI development, but disagreed with the administration's position that AI companies should have "free rein" to develop unhindered. The attackers are using AI, and it's essential to use it on defense.
Utilizing AI and Cybersecurity
Natalie Buda Smith, director of digital strategy at the Library of Congress, views AI as a utility, not a capital investment. AI has improved dramatically over the last year, but governance is vital and needs to be "active."
Integrating AI into Training and Operations
Agencies like the State Department are integrating AI into training, such as a media monitoring tool for foreign service officers.
Challenges in Implementing AI
Implementing AI also poses challenges, including finding data center space, power, and hardware for National Nuclear Security Administration. It can take "long lead times" for these technologies, sometimes six months.
Cybersecurity and AI
Kevin Walsh, director of the IT and cybersecurity team at the Government Accountability Office, notes that AI technology's rapid development is driving the government to move more quickly on cybersecurity.
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