California governor orders state govt to seek AI ‘kill switch’ from firms
The governor of California has initiated rapid oversight measures for advanced artificial intelligence systems, pushing for the potential development of an emergency 'kill switch' for next-gen models. Experts are expected to provide recommendations on onsite evaluators and shutdown mechanisms within two months. The governor criticized the lack of federal action, calling for a cohesive national AI…
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order on September 18, urging state agencies to rapidly establish oversight mechanisms for advanced AI systems, with a particular focus on potential emergency 'kill switch' capabilities. The directive comes as part of a larger debate surrounding the need for slower AI development to ensure safety measures are in place, with several lawmakers advocating for a federal pause on advanced AI development.
Newsom criticized the federal government's lack of oversight, urging President Trump and Congress to adopt California's framework as the national standard. While some experts suggest that AI companies should have independent evaluators onsite and that advanced models should have shutdown mechanisms, opinions within the industry remain divided.
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