California Governor Newson vetoed the controversial Artificial Intelligence Intelligence Security Act. The SB 1047 Act requires developers of large cutting-edge AI models to take precautions, such as pre-deployment testing, simulating hacker attacks, installing cyber security measures, and providing protection for whistleblowers. According to a person familiar with his thoughts, Newson decided to reject the measure because the bill only applies to the largest and most expensive artificial intelligence models, while other models are not regulated. However, smaller models may also be problematic, so Newson would prefer a regulatory framework covering all models. The person familiar with the matter said Newson hopes to work with AI researchers and other experts next year to enact new legislation to address the same concerns raised by the bill he vetoed in a more comprehensive manner, that is, AI acts in ways that its designers did not intend, but ultimately caused economic or social damage.

California Governor Newson vetoed the controversial Artificial Intelligence Intelligence Security Act. The SB 1047 Act requires developers of large cutting-edge AI models to take precautions, such as pre-deployment testing, simulating hacker attacks, installing cyber security measures, and providing protection for whistleblowers. According to a person familiar with his thoughts, Newson decided to reject the measure because the bill only applies to the largest and most expensive artificial intelligence models, while other models are not regulated. However, smaller models may also be problematic, so Newson would prefer a regulatory framework covering all models. The person familiar with the matter said Newson hopes to work with AI researchers and other experts next year to enact new legislation to address the same concerns raised by the bill he vetoed in a more comprehensive manner, that is, AI acts in ways that its designers did not intend, but ultimately caused economic or social damage.