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

US lawmakers are calling for new AI regulations following warnings from Anthropic researchers about the potential dangers of AI systems. Anthropic scientist Evan Hubinger expressed serious concerns, stating that AI could potentially "kill all humans," and he believes there is a 10% chance this could happen within the next decade.

This call for stricter AI governance came after researcher Jacob Coxon accused OpenAI and Anthropic of racing to develop AI without considering safety, leading to his departure from the industry. Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Democrat Amy Klobuchar are working on a bill to regulate AI products, with Klobuchar proposing that companies develop AI tools in collaboration with government experts to ensure safety.

OpenAI has also called for mandatory national AI safety requirements, citing concerns about the technology's potential to accelerate its own development. California recently became the first state to enact a law setting rules for independent auditors to evaluate AI products, and OpenAI has expressed support for the proposed legislation.

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