Policymakers weigh requirements for 'AI kill switches' to halt harmful systems

Policymakers have proposed requiring AI kill switches that can quickly stop an AI system or limit the impact of a harmful or unwanted AI incident, with different implementation options under discussion.

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2026-11-12 17:11 · CSET Georgetown
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