On September 18, 2026, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order to increase AI oversight and safety measures in the state, directing agencies and expert groups to recommend ways to strengthen AI safety laws. The order includes exploring the feasibility of an emergency 'kill switch' for advanced AI models.
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom and other 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls have called for a more aggressive approach to addressing AI fears.
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday signed an executive order intended to increase oversight of and safety measures regarding artifical intelligence “before it’s too late.”
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