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Microsoft President: AI Needs More Regulation Than Milk

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Microsoft President Brad Smith stated that AI is less regulated than milk and washing machines, advocating for global safety rules and legal obligations for AI incident reporting. He believes the UK is well-positioned to lead in establishing these international AI regulations. Based on the linked publisher’s reporting.

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Establishing robust global AI regulations, inspired by existing product safety standards, could foster greater public trust and encourage responsible innovation in this transformative technology.

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Without binding global regulations, rogue AI agents could exploit gaps in oversight, leaving victims unaware of breaches and allowing unchecked risks to escalate.

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Microsoft President Brad Smith highlights that AI currently faces fewer safety regulations than everyday products like milk or washing machines, advocating for global rules including mandatory incident reporting and independent evaluations. However, the feasibility, scope, and international consensus on such regulations remain unclear, and further evidence on regulatory impacts and enforcement mechanisms would clarify these proposals' potential effectiveness.

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