Microsoft's Brad Smith reportedly says AI firms face less oversight than milk or washing machines and calls the UK best placed to lead regulation

Verified (fact)

According to TechCrunch, Microsoft President Brad Smith called for urgent AI regulation. He noted that milk and washing machines face more oversight than AI companies. He also said the UK is best positioned to lead AI regulation.

Why it matters (interpretation)

With the US administration reluctant to pursue new rules, it is notable that a US big tech executive publicly backed UK-led regulation.

Sources

• Press Microsoft president says UK is best placed to drive AI regulation TechCrunch

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