US lawmakers call for new AI rules after Anthropic researchers' safety warnings

U.S. lawmakers are pressing for new regulations to oversee artificial intelligence following warnings from Anthropic researchers about potential uncontrollable technology. This response was more intense than previous comments from OpenAI and Anthropic employees who had previously expressed safety concerns, attracting attention from legislators who typically avoid direct involvement in AI governance debates.

The lawmakers' statements emerged in response to Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon's recent allegations that OpenAI and Anthropic were advancing AI technology too quickly without adequate caution. Coxon announced his departure from the AI industry, and his claims gained traction on social media platform X, with Anthropic scientist Evan Hubinger corroborating Coxon's assertions.

Hubinger emphasized the dire consequences, stating, "We really do earnestly believe AI could kill all humans." OpenAI responded by advocating for mandatory national AI safety requirements in the United States, citing concerns over the technology accelerating its development. Multiple incidents involving rogue AI agents have raised further alarm.