Friday, 16 August, 2024

California Softens AI Disaster Prevention Bill After Consultation with Anthropic

California has weakened a bill aimed at preventing AI-related disasters just before the final vote, following advice from AI safety firm Anthropic. The bill initially had stricter regulations to mitigate AI risks, but these were diluted to address concerns from industry experts. The adjustments reflect ongoing debates around balancing innovation with safety in AI governance.