AI Policy

Core Summary The US government has lifted its export ban on two advanced AI models — Fable and Mythos — developed by Anthropic. The models were abruptly suspended in June over security concerns but are now cleared for global supply after meeting new safety conditions. This policy reversal marks a significant shift in US AI export control strategy. Details According to BBC and WIRED, the Trump administration has formally notified Anthropic that its flagship AI models Fable and Mythos are no longer subject to the previous export restrictions. The models were suspended in mid-June after intelligence agencies raised concerns they could be exploited by hacker organizations for sophisticated cyberattacks. ...

Trump Administration Factions Clash Over AI Policy Direction Internal divisions within the Trump administration over AI regulation have surfaced, with some officials pushing for mandatory safety testing of large AI models while others favor deregulation to maintain U.S. competitiveness. The split reflects a broader policy debate: how to balance AI innovation with risk prevention. The U.S. Commerce Department has already conducted safety testing on AI models from Google, Microsoft, and xAI, but the mandatory nature of these tests and the subsequent regulatory framework remain contested. ...

Trump Could Sign AI Executive Order as Soon as Thursday According to CNN, President Trump could sign a significant executive order on artificial intelligence as soon as Thursday (May 22). The order is expected to cover several key areas, including AI regulatory frameworks, high-end chip export controls, and AI safety standards. This would be the most comprehensive AI policy initiative of Trump’s second term. The executive order is expected to require federal agencies to follow unified safety assessment standards when procuring AI systems, while also introducing new transparency requirements for AI model training and deployment. ...