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Anthropic-funded group backs candidate attacked by rival AI super PAC

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Anthropic-funded group backs candidate attacked by rival AI super PAC

A group backed by Anthropic, an AI research organization, has come out in support of a congressional candidate who has been targeted by a rival AI super PAC. The candidate, Alex Bores, has proposed the RAISE Act, which would require AI developers to disclose safety protocols and report serious system misuse.

The rival AI super PAC, which has not been named, has been accused of spreading misinformation about Bores and his proposal. The Anthropic-backed group has countered by highlighting the importance of transparency and accountability in AI development.

This development comes as the debate over AI regulation continues to heat up. Some experts argue that stricter regulations are needed to prevent the misuse of AI, while others argue that such regulations would stifle innovation.

The RAISE Act has been praised by some as a necessary step towards ensuring the safe and responsible development of AI. Others have criticized it as overly burdensome and restrictive.

As the debate over AI regulation continues, it remains to be seen how this development will play out. One thing is certain, however: the stakes are high, and the consequences of getting it wrong could be severe.

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