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California is taking direct action on AI regulation with a new executive order signed by Governor Gavin Newsom.

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order setting a 60-day deadline to evaluate strict new safety rules for advanced AI systems, including required emergency shutoffs. The mandate directs state evaluation of the safety requirements for advanced AI systems.

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California is taking direct action on AI regulation with a new executive order signed by Governor Gavin Newsom.
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ca.finance.yahoo.com — original article Newsom Wants AI ‘Kill Switch’ to Rein In Tech Industry AI concerns, tariffs on the docket for Trump-Xi summit next week Europe's AI firms, playing catch-up, challenge US calls for slowdown
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