Ted Cruz AI bill could let firms bribe Trump to avoid safety laws, critics warn
13 hours ago
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- #SANDBOX Act
- #AI regulation
- Critics oppose Sen. Ted Cruz's AI policy framework, fearing it grants excessive power to the White House and Big Tech.
- Cruz advocates a 'light-touch' regulatory approach to promote American AI leadership and block 'burdensome' state and foreign AI regulations.
- The SANDBOX Act would allow AI companies to temporarily bypass federal laws hindering AI product testing, detailing risks and benefits.
- The White House OSTP could override independent agencies' decisions, raising concerns about potential corporate influence through political donations.
- Federal agencies and OSTP may grant up to 10-year moratoriums on AI law enforcement, with Congress making 'successful' ones permanent.