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California Gov. Newsom issues executive order to rein in AI
CNBC • • general
Key Points:
- California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order to enhance AI safety and security laws, directing experts to develop a guide within two months to strengthen state regulations on artificial intelligence.
- The order may lead to requirements for independent third-party safety plans and mandatory "kill switches" for AI companies to shut down models in emergencies.
- Newsom criticized the federal government's lack of meaningful AI oversight and emphasized California's leadership in creating a robust regulatory framework amid growing concerns about AI risks.
- The move aligns with other Democratic leaders advocating for stricter AI regulations, contrasting with President Donald Trump’s dismissal of AI safety concerns as a "hoax."
- Newsom, a potential 2028 presidential contender, highlighted California's existing AI laws as a national model while urging urgent and thoughtful action on AI oversight.
