GoKawiilMicrosoft president Brad Smith calls for global AI safety rules
Microsoft president Brad Smith said AI products face fewer safety requirements than milk or washing machines, and called for global rules including mandatory incident reports for breaches, 'emergency brakes' to halt rogue systems, and independent government evaluators to vet AI before release. He suggested the UK's AI Security Institute could help lead such efforts, speaking on the BBC's Big Boss Interview podcast.
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Smith's remarks put Microsoft at odds with President Trump, who has argued the industry should regulate itself so US companies can compete with Chinese rivals. The comments suggest a split among tech leaders over how urgently binding safety rules are needed, even as some rival AI firm bosses have voiced support for slowing development.
- Brad Smith argues AI currently has fewer safety rules than consumer goods like milk or washing machines.
- He proposes mandatory incident reporting, 'kill switches', and independent evaluators for AI products.
- His stance contrasts with Trump's push for AI self-regulation to maintain a US competitive edge.
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