ZUCKERBERG CALLS FOR INDEPENDENT AI SAFETY EVALUATORS

Zuckerberg's stance emphasizes third-party oversight as a critical component of AI development. Independent evaluators would assess AI models for safety risks before deployment, creating a layer of accountability separate from companies' internal teams. The proposal aligns with growing industry pressure to establish safety standards as AI capabilities expand. Meta has previously released open-source AI models and contributed to safety research initiatives. Meanwhile, OpenAI is in early-stage talks with potential investors for a new funding round. The reported valuation of $1.2 trillion would mark a significant increase from its previous $80 billion valuation and reflect investor confidence in AI infrastructure companies. In related developments, Impulse Space secured $308 million in Series D extension funding, signaling continued investment in emerging tech sectors including space mobility and transportation infrastructure.