Arvind Raman to Lead US AI Standards Agency

Arvind Raman, an Indian-American engineer, has been appointed as the acting director of the US Center for AI Standards and Innovation (CAISI).

This institute, under the Department of Commerce, is responsible for testing and evaluating advanced AI systems before they are widely used.

Raman takes over after Chris Fall resigned from the position.

The institute works with major AI companies like Google DeepMind, OpenAI, and Microsoft to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities in AI models.

The Trump administration, which initially favored limited AI regulation, has become more active in overseeing AI safety and national security.

Raman's appointment comes at a time when the administration is refining its approach to AI policy and regulation.