February 2025 Japan Packet

7. Small Businesses Face Unique Challenges Many small businesses lack the resources and expertise to adopt AI effectively. The Task Force recommends targeted support to help these businesses leverage AI's benefits. Action Item: Explore federal programs and partnerships designed to support small business AI adoption. Invest in scalable AI tools that align with your organization’s specific needs. 8. Combatting AI Bias in Decision-Making Improper use of AI can lead to biased outcomes, particularly in hiring, promotions, and performance evaluations. Employers must ensure AI systems are designed to mitigate discrimination and uphold civil rights. Action Item: Implement regular bias audits of AI tools. Ensure humans are in the loop for oversight in decision-making processes that significantly impact employees. Stay up to speed on the latest attacks made against employers using AI decision-making tools so you can avoid similar problems. 9. Navigating Generative AI Risks Generative AI tools can create convincing synthetic content, from deepfakes to manipulated images. These tools present risks to brand reputation and information integrity. Action Item: Educate employees on the risks of synthetic content and implement verification tools to authenticate AI-generated material. Develop policies to address the use and misuse of AI-generated content. Get up to speed on our guides to help you spot deepfakes and avoid AI-fueled deepfake attacks. 10. Balancing Automation with Workforce Support AI-driven automation can streamline processes but may displace employees or create anxiety around job security. Employers must balance efficiency gains with workforce morale. Action Item: Communicate openly about automation plans and involve employees in the transition process. Provide reskilling opportunities for roles impacted by AI-driven automation. What’s Next? The report doesn’t change any aspect of federal law, and all recommendations will need to be carried out by lawmakers or agency regulators in order for them to create guardrails or obligations. The new Trump administration has already promised to repeal the Biden administration’s Executive Order on

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