HydroX AI Welcomes UCSD Professor David Danks to Advisory Board

June 3, 2024

HydroX AI, the AI security company enabling safe and responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), today announced that David Danks, PhD, of University of California, San Diego (UCSD), has joined its advisory board.

A distinguished researcher renowned for his interdisciplinary work, which spans cognitive science, philosophy, and artificial intelligence, Dr. Danks has spent his career significantly advancing our understanding of AI's societal implications, emphasizing the importance of safety, security, and ethical considerations.

Dr. Danks' pioneering contributions have established him as a leading authority in responsible AI development. He has been appointed as an inaugural member of the esteemed National AI Advisory Committee (NAIAC), providing advice to the President and the National AI Initiative Office on topics about AI in the United States. He also serves as a member of the advisory board for the Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP), a private foundation founded by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, making recommendations to strengthen America’s long-term competitiveness through safe, secure, and ethical use of emerging technologies.

“AI systems are impacting almost every aspect of our lives, and so it is critical that we have the tools, policies, and practices to ensure that we are safely and responsibly designing, developing, and using those AIs,” said Dr. Danks. “HydroX AI is on the leading-edge of tools and frameworks for AI safety, and I look forward to advising them as they adapt these tools for the challenges faced by organizations of all sizes.”.

Dr. Danks is currently Professor of Data Science at UCSD Halıcıoğlu Data Science Institute (HDSI), Professor of Philosophy at UCSD’s Department of Philosophy, and Affiliate Faculty in UCSD’s Department of Computer Science & Engineering. Previously, he was the L.L. Thurstone Professor of Philosophy & Psychology at Carnegie Mellon University. Dr. Danks received his A.B. in Philosophy from Princeton University and his PhD from UCSD.

“I am delighted to announce a significant new addition to our advisory board, whose presence will elevate our strategic insights and bring invaluable expertise and insights to our team. I am thrilled to welcome Dr. Danks to our advisory board.” said HydroX AI CEO, Zhuo Li. “Dr. Danks is a leading authority in AI safety and security, with a distinguished background in research, policy, and cross-domain applications. His comprehensive knowledge and interdisciplinary approach will greatly enhance our efforts in promoting responsible and secure AI development. We look forward to the contributions he will make in guiding our strategic direction and ensuring our commitment to ethical AI practices.”.

About HydroX AI Inc.

HydroX AI is a leading innovator in AI safety. Its platform offers a comprehensive approach that addresses AI risks at various layers of the AI stack, spanning the entire AI development and deployment lifecycle, including model/system evaluations and red-teaming, risk mitigations, and system guardrails with real-time observability. HydroX works with both foundation model providers and companies using or looking to harness the power of AI, empowering them to build and use AI safely, securely, and responsibly, in turn, reducing risks of legal liability while enhancing user experience. For more information, visit https://www.hydrox.ai.


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