{
  "id": 13823121,
  "title": "AI is less regulated than milk, says Microsoft president",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/ai-is-less-regulated-than-milk-says-microsoft-president-13823121",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-10-11T23:07:35.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "BBC Technology",
    "slug": "bbc-technology",
    "url": "https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c6rmy7zmvx3lo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Microsoft President Brad Smith has stated that AI is currently less regulated than milk and washing machines. Smith called for the establishment of global safety rules for AI, including mandatory disclosure to victims if a rogue AI agent compromises their systems. He advocated for legal obligations for firms to disclose incidents and involve outside evaluators in reviewing AI products before release. Smith's comments contrast with President Donald Trump's stance that the AI sector should self-regulate to avoid losing market share to Chinese competitors. Smith argued that the UK, due to its AI Security Institute, is best positioned to lead the creation of global AI regulations. He emphasized the urgency of regulating AI, considering its potential as both a tool and a weapon. Smith also suggested that independent government evaluators should be involved in vetting new AI technologies. While Microsoft has endorsed a recently signed document by AI industry leaders pledging to work with independent auditors, Smith believes this step is insufficient and calls for more comprehensive regulation.",
  "summary": "Brad Smith calls for global rules on AI, and says the UK is in the \"best position\" to lead the charge.",
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      {
        "outlet": "Business Insider",
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/i-left-my-200k-microsoft-job-to-bet-on-my-startup-work-became-less",
        "published": "2026-10-11T11:00:02.000Z"
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        "outlet": "BBC Business",
        "title": "AI is less regulated than milk, says Microsoft president",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/ai-is-less-regulated-than-milk-says-microsoft-president",
        "published": "2026-10-11T23:07:35.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Joy Business",
        "title": "AI is less regulated than milk, says Microsoft president",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/ai-is-less-regulated-than-milk-says-microsoft-president-13861101",
        "published": "2026-10-11T23:57:00.000Z"
      }
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}