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2026-09-21 18:20:13
[New York State Pushes for AI Regulation, Contrasting with Federal Stance] ⑴ Reports indicate that the Governor of New York State is seeking a stark contrast with the federal government in its approach to artificial intelligence regulation. ⑵ She will announce the next steps in implementing the RAISE Act on Monday, a landmark AI safety legislation for New York State that will take effect in January. ⑶ She will also announce the first key appointment to the office responsible for overseeing the implementation of the act. ⑷ These measures come amid growing concerns about the potentially serious consequences of rapidly developing AI technology. ⑸ Some in Washington hope to slow AI development and strengthen protections through restrictions, but President Trump has consistently tried to block these efforts, calling the so-called AI doomsday theory a hoax. ⑹ Trump stated over the weekend that he envisions the federal government playing a role in monitoring potential dangers of AI, but specific plans remain unclear. ⑺ The divergence between state-level initiatives and the federal stance may further fragment the AI regulatory landscape, and the future policy direction warrants close attention.
