Microsoft president on an AI “kill switch”
Why now
Thesis: Microsoft president addresses AI shutdown authority question
Catalyst to watch: Proposed AI safety legislation
Main risk: Regulation could raise compliance costs for AI firms
Why it matters
Debate over AI kill switches signals future regulatory risk for large AI platforms, a long-dated policy theme.
Details
Microsoft President Brad Smith weighs in on the idea of an AI “kill switch,” discussing whether companies need the ability to shut down powerful AI systems if they pose a serious threat — and who should have the authority to make that call.
Sources
- youtube · 2026-09-23 19:05 UTC