DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis has proposed creating a US-based standards body for advanced AI systems, modeled after financial regulator FINRA. The body would require AI labs to voluntarily share frontier-class models 30 days before public release.
Hassabis outlined the proposal on social media, positioning it as critical infrastructure for the AI era. The framework would establish industry-wide standards for the most advanced AI systems while maintaining a voluntary participation model.
The 30-day advance review period would allow the standards body to assess models before deployment, similar to how FINRA oversees securities firms. This approach aims to balance innovation with safety oversight without imposing mandatory government regulation.
The proposal reflects growing pressure on AI developers to demonstrate responsible practices. Major labs including OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic have faced scrutiny over model safety and release protocols.
Key details remain unclear, including enforcement mechanisms, review criteria, and which labs would participate. The proposal comes as policymakers worldwide debate AI governance frameworks and the need for baseline safety standards across the industry.
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