California Pushes AI Regulation Bill

California has introduced a bill aimed at regulating artificial intelligence (AI) to address its potential risks.

The bill, supported by State Senator Scott Wiener, proposes the establishment of the Frontier Model Division to oversee AI development and the Cal Compute group to foster equitable AI innovation.

The legislation has drawn criticism from major Silicon Valley companies, including Google and Meta, who argue that it could stifle innovation and impose unfair burdens on AI developers.

However, supporters believe it is necessary to mitigate potential harms, such as autonomous weapons and AI-driven cyberattacks before they occur.

The bill has passed the California State Senate and is moving through the legislative process. 

If enacted, it could set a precedent for AI regulation across the United States, balancing the benefits and risks of AI technologies.