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White House Launches AI Cyber Challenge

August 10, 2023
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The White House has unveiled an innovative cybersecurity initiative, the AI Cyber Challenge, aimed at leveraging artificial intelligence to detect and rectify vulnerabilities in critical software code.

This two-year competition, supported by a substantial $20 million prize pool, is designed to bring together the foremost experts in AI and security to develop advanced software tools capable of swiftly identifying and addressing vulnerabilities in both commercial and open-source software. The goal is to enhance cybersecurity resilience across various critical infrastructure sectors, ranging from energy and transportation to medical devices and financial services. The AI-powered tools are anticipated to provide network defenders with a strategic advantage, enabling them to proactively address cyber threats and stay ahead in the race between offense and defense.

The AI Cyber Challenge is organized by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) and boasts participation from industry giants such as Anthropic, Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI. These firms will not only provide their platforms but also offer in-house expertise to guide participants throughout the competition. DARPA will award up to $1 million to seven small businesses to level the playing field and encourage broader participation. The competition will unfold in multiple stages, with participating teams vying for the top spot and substantial monetary rewards.

By open-sourcing the solutions of prizewinners, the White House aims to ensure the swift and widespread implementation of cybersecurity enhancements, ultimately safeguarding vital American software.

This contest represents a crucial component of the White House’s comprehensive efforts to harness the potential of AI for national security. The Biden administration has taken significant steps, including voluntary guidelines for leading AI companies and a Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights, to ensure the responsible development and use of artificial intelligence.

As President Biden emphasized, AI holds immense power and potential, and initiatives like the AI Cyber Challenge contribute to ensuring its positive impact on the American people.

References:
  • Biden-⁠Harris Administration Launches Artificial Intelligence Cyber Challenge to Protect America’s Critical Software
  • aicyberchallenge.com
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