SUMMARY
California Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed Senate Bill 1047, a landmark legislation aimed at implementing safety regulations for artificial intelligence, citing concerns that the bill did not adequately differentiate between high-risk and basic AI applications. In his statement, Newsom remarked that while the bill was "well-intentioned," it imposed stringent standards on all AI systems, which he believes does not effectively address the real threats posed by the technology. The bill's supporters argued it was necessary due to Congressional inaction on AI regulations, while tech giants like Google and Meta opposed it, fearing it could hinder innovation. Conversely, companies like Anthropic and Elon Musk expressed cautious support. Following the veto, Newsom announced plans to collaborate with AI experts, including Fei-Fei Li, to create responsible guidelines for generative AI. Critics, including state Senator Scott Wiener and nonprofit Accountable Tech, decried the veto as a setback.
