California lawmakers pass controversial AI bill opposed by most of tech industry

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Tech companies have largely balked at the legislation, called SB 1047, saying it could drive AI companies from the state and hinder innovation.

on Wednesday, after which it will need one more process vote before its fate is in the hands of Gov. Gavin Newsom, who has until Sept. 30 to decide whether to sign it into law or veto it.

The bill also gives the state attorney general the power to sue if developers are not compliant, particularly in the event of an ongoing threat, such as the AI taking over government systems like the power grid.Bickering hedge fund billionaires quit as co-CEOs of $60B Wall Street firm As well, the bill requires developers to hire third-party auditors to assess their safety practices and provide additional protections to whistleblowers speaking out against AI abuses.

 

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