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Microsoft President: AI Less Regulated Than Milk, Urges UK Leadership

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Microsoft President Brad Smith has stated that artificial intelligence is currently less regulated than everyday items like milk and washing machines, highlighting a significant gap in safety oversight. He argues that this lack of regulation presents an opportunity for the UK to take a leading role in establishing global AI governance. Smith, along with other AI leaders, is calling for stricter safety measures and "kill switches" for AI systems to prevent uncontrolled development and potential misuse, emphasizing the urgent need for regulatory frameworks to address AI's dual potential as a tool and a weapon. AI

IMPACT Highlights the urgent need for robust AI regulation and safety measures, potentially influencing policy discussions and industry self-governance.

RANK_REASON Microsoft's president is commenting on the state of AI regulation, comparing it unfavorably to everyday items, and suggesting a path forward for the UK.

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Microsoft President: AI Less Regulated Than Milk, Urges UK Leadership

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COVERAGE [2]

  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Steve Dent) ·

    Microsoft's president says AI is less regulated than a carton of milk

    Milk can't hack companies and governments like AI definitely can, but it's still subject to more regulation.

  2. The Guardian — AI TIER_1 English(EN) · Lauren Almeida ·

    AI less regulated than milk, Microsoft president says in warning over safety

    <p>Brad Smith adds to calls for tougher rules governing AI, including ‘kill switches’ and legal obligation to victims of rogue agents</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/business/live/2026/oct/12/uk-growth-inflation-pressures-oil-price-sveriges-riksbank-nobel-prize…

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