Anthropic policy chief says AI companies can't be expected to operate on 'honor code'

Anthropic's head of public policy, Sarah Heck, has spoken out about AI safety and regulation. She emphasized the importance of the US staying ahead of China in the global tech race to ensure AI safety. Heck defended Anthropic's focus on safety concerns and its efforts to work with lawmakers to pass new regulations.

Heck's comments come as the debate about AI regulation intensifies. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei recently called for a slowdown in the development of frontier AI models, a proposal that garnered support from some rival AI lab leaders. However, not everyone agrees, with some critics arguing that AI companies can't be expected to operate on an honor code.

According to Politico EU, Heck argued that export controls on AI chips to China are necessary. She also highlighted the accelerating pace of AI capabilities and the need to balance risks. Anthropic has a history of prioritizing safety concerns, Heck said, and is working to address the risks associated with AI development.

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