Safety/press release/2026-10-12

Microsoft President Calls for Global AI Safety Rules, Citing Regulatory Disparity

Microsoft President Brad Smith called for global AI safety rules, stating that artificial intelligence currently faces less regulation than products like milk or washing machines. Speaking in Britain, Smith emphasized the need for international cooperation to establish clear guidelines for AI development and deployment. The call comes amidst intensifying debate over AI governance, with the central claims originating from Smith's public statements.

4 articles from 4 outlets covered this story. The underlying claim is sourced from a press release.

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4 outlets covered “Microsoft President Calls for Global AI Safety Rules, Citing Regulatory Disparity”. All of them report the following:

  • Microsoft president called for AI safety rules
  • He stated AI faces less regulation than milk
  • He stated AI faces less regulation than washing machines
  • The call was made amidst intensifying regulation debate in Britain

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