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

theguardian.com
October 12, 2026
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Artificial intelligence is less regulated than milk and washing machines, the president of Microsoft has said, as the tech industry warns over the safety of AI. Brad Smith said there should be more safety rules to govern the technology including a legal obligation to a “victim” if their system was breached by rogue AI agents. He told the BBC: “Right now, your washing machine is subject to more saf...
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