President Trump signed an executive order aimed at giving the government oversight over new artificial intelligence models. This move marks a shift from the administration’s earlier hands-off approach. The order follows debates about managing A.I. without stifling innovation.
The decision came after months of internal discussions on A.I. and its impact on cybersecurity and national security. Previously, an executive order draft suggested a 90-day review period for A.I. models, which was ultimately abandoned. On Tuesday, a revised order was signed, proposing a 30-day review period instead.
This action follows a White House meeting attended by key figures like Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. David Sacks, the former A.I. czar, initially opposed the order but supported it after the shortened review period was agreed upon.
The executive order asks technology companies to voluntarily allow a governmental review of their A.I. models before release. It also calls for the creation of a cybersecurity clearinghouse within the Treasury Department to address potential security vulnerabilities discovered via A.I.
The president’s decision represents a significant move towards A.I. regulation, altering his previous stance that aimed to enhance America’s tech industry’s competitive edge over China. The new order emphasizes the balance between technological advancement and national security needs.