August 29, 2024
xAI Unicorn News - August 29, 2024
The California Legislature has passed the AI safety bill, SB 1047, mandating safety measures for companies investing heavily in AI. The bill now awaits Governor Gavin Newsom's decision, with tech giants divided on its implications.
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() California Legislature Passes AI Safety Bill Amidst Tech Industry Concerns
California lawmakers have passed the AI safety bill, SB 1047, which mandates safety measures for companies spending $100 million or more on AI training or requiring significant computing power. The bill, now on Governor Gavin Newsom's desk for approval by September 30, has divided Silicon Valley, with OpenAI and Meta opposing it, while Elon Musk supports it. Anthropic, initially opposed, now supports the bill after modifications. The bill requires developers to conduct safety testing, mitigate risks of 'catastrophic harm,' outline shutdown methods for malfunctioning AI models, and undergo third-party safety audits.
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