Tags: Regulatory oversight

OpenAI announced it will comply with President Donald Trump’s executive order that calls for government review of advanced artificial‑intelligence models before they reach the public. The company said it will submit its frontier models for assessment, citing the need for democratic oversight while urging regulators to build flexible, powerful bodies. The order, originally drafted with industry input and a 90‑day review window, was trimmed to a 30‑day voluntary benchmark after pushback from tech leaders. Critics argue the scaled‑back measures fall short of ensuring safety. Read more

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is employing Google’s Gemini artificial intelligence system to write safety rules for automated vehicles and other transportation initiatives. Officials expect Gemini to handle the majority of drafting work, shifting human staff to oversight roles. Google has promoted the partnership as a model for federal digital transformation, offering a year of Gemini access at a reduced cost. Critics raise concerns about the reliance on AI for rulemaking and the potential for widespread adoption across government agencies. Read more