AI regulation: What¡¯s next for the US
May 09, 2025
Jeff Albee writes in Supply & Demand Chain Executive about the need to adopt universal AI standards for the good of the industry and the world
Artificial intelligence has exploded into the world of architecture, engineering and construction (AEC), with more firms than ever investing in AI technologies, hoping to gain a competitive edge. But as the mad grab for AI bonafide accelerates, the industry must grab this opportunity to adopt universal standards for the good of the industry and the world we serve.
AI standards haven't necessarily been a high priority for private firms adopting or developing technology;?less than half of US companies?are estimated to have policies governing the use of AI in the workplace, and AI experts are?sounding the alarm?about the lack of cohesive standards.
The US government, meanwhile, has not issued any firm guidance; there have been few high-level directives handed down, and unlike the European Union (EU) or other governing bodies, the United States hasn¡¯t passed an overarching AI law.
This new administration may look to propose firm guidelines or rules governing AI. The?surprise emergence of DeepSeek?has threatened the US¡¯s dominance in the AI race through OpenAI. With a newly competitive landscape, there may be an increased desire to see a level playing field set for AI development and deployment in the United States.
