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7mo ago

California's AI Safety Bill Faces Decision Deadline

Governor Newsom must decide on SB-1047, a bill that pits Hollywood's safety concerns against Silicon Valley's innovation fears.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom answers questions from the media Sept. 4, 2024, at a California Department of Justice press conference in Sacramento, California. Newsom signed several bills on Tuesday aimed at regulating the use of artificial intelligence in elections and the entertainment industry. Nathaniel Levine/The Sacramento Bee/TNS/ABACAPRESS.COM/REUTERS

Overview

  • SB-1047 aims to prevent AI misuse by requiring developers of powerful models to implement safety protocols, including a 'kill switch.'
  • Hollywood celebrities and AI safety advocates support the bill, citing risks of AI being used for mass destruction or cyberattacks.
  • Silicon Valley critics argue the bill would stifle innovation and harm open-source AI development by imposing legal burdens.
  • The bill has been amended to limit lawsuits to cases where critical harm is imminent or has occurred, reducing its protective power.
  • Governor Newsom must decide by September 30, with significant implications for AI regulation both in California and nationwide.