INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Governor Gavin Newsom of California has vetoed a groundbreaking artificial intelligence safety bill, SB 1047
balancing innovation and safety in the rapidly evolving AI industry.SB 1047 would have required large AI companies to conduct safety
assessments before releasing new models
general to sue companies for severe harm caused by their AI technologies.Newsom justified his veto by arguing that the bill applied
stringent standards even to basic AI functions
He emphasized the need for regulation based on empirical evidence and science.California Governor Vetoes Landmark AI Safety Bill, Sparking
(Photo Internet reproduction)The governor expressed concerns that the legislation might stifle innovation and drive AI companies out of
California.AI Regulation DebateThe tech industry largely opposed the bill, with companies like OpenAI warning of potential negative impacts
However, some AI companies, such as Anthropic, offered cautious support for the legislation after recent amendments.Senator Scott Wiener,
who introduced the bill, expressed disappointment with the veto
He argued that the decision leaves powerful AI systems unregulated, potentially compromising public safety.Wiener emphasized the importance
of proactive measures to prevent AI-related disasters
Despite vetoing SB 1047, Newsom signed 17 other AI-related bills into law.These new regulations address issues such as deepfakes, digital
watermarking, and AI-generated misinformation
The governor also announced plans to work with industry experts to develop workable AI guardrails.The veto has drawn mixed reactions from
emphasizing the need for stronger oversight
rapidly, policymakers face the challenge of creating regulations that protect citizens without hindering innovation
like California play a crucial role in shaping the AI regulatory landscape
The debate over SB 1047 has brought AI safety concerns to the forefront of public discourse.
