GoKawiilMicrosoft president Brad Smith says AI faces less oversight than groceries
Microsoft president Brad Smith told ITV that AI systems are subject to fewer safety rules than washing machines or milk cartons sold in stores. He made the remarks as major AI firms, including Anthropic, OpenAI, Google DeepMind, Meta and Nvidia, recently signed a self-regulation pact at a 'Super Intelligence' summit rather than accept government rules, an approach favored by President Trump.
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Smith's comments suggest Microsoft sees a gap in AI oversight that the UK could fill, positioning London as a potential regulatory alternative to both Washington's hands-off stance and Brussels' stricter approach. Critics cited in the piece argue that industry self-regulation lets AI companies define their own safety standards, which could undermine accountability if adopted as the dominant model globally.
- Brad Smith says AI has fewer safety rules than milk or washing machines
- AI companies signed a self-regulation pact instead of accepting formal government oversight
- Smith suggests the UK has a unique opportunity to lead on AI regulation
Source: engadget.com — Steve Dent, 2026-10-12
Published there as: “Microsoft's president says AI is less regulated than a carton of milk”
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