US government criticized for lacking AI regulation as CEOs urge slowdown

Washington — Over the weekend, chief executives of three leading artificial‑intelligence firms—Sam Altman of OpenAI, Elon Musk of X (formerly Twitter), and Dario Amodei of Anthropic—publicly urged a slowdown in AI development, citing escalating safety concerns. Their statements coincided with internal dissent, including a recent resignation from an OpenAI researcher who alleged that the company and Anthropic were “gambling with our lives.” The warnings come amid mounting evidence of unpredictable behavior in advanced AI systems, prompting calls from industry insiders for stronger oversight.

Despite the heightened alarm within the technology sector, the White House and congressional leadership have not announced new regulatory measures. President Donald Trump and senior Republican officials have reiterated a preference for self‑regulation by private firms, arguing that market‑based approaches are sufficient to address potential risks. Critics argue that this stance leaves a regulatory gap at a time when experts are urging governmental intervention to ensure AI safety.