White House framework for testing new AI models remains hidden as concerns mount
Summary
The White House has not made public the voluntary rules it created in August for testing advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models, following a June executive order by President Trump asking AI companies to share their most advanced models with the government before release. AI companies like Anthropic and OpenAI are submitting their models for review, but the government’s evaluation process and results remain secret, raising concerns about transparency and AI safety.Key Facts
- President Trump signed an executive order in June asking AI companies to voluntarily share their most advanced models with the federal government 30 days before release.
- The White House finalized a testing framework for these AI models in August but has not made it public or said when they will.
- Anthropic, an AI company, reported stopping research attempts using their AI to create biological weapons.
- OpenAI CEO Sam Altman confirmed submitting a powerful new AI model for government review and described the process as helpful.
- Some current and former Anthropic employees have expressed serious concerns that AI could threaten human survival by the end of the decade.
- The Center for Democracy and Technology has called for the White House to release the AI testing framework to the public.
- The White House supports developing advanced AI to keep the U.S. ahead globally, especially compared to China.
- Recent polls show many Americans worry AI will cost jobs and doubt the government can effectively regulate AI use.
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