White House Eyes AI Vetting: Pre-Release Approval for Models

The White House is considering new rules for advanced AI models. They want to vet these models before they are released to the public. Here's the thing: this could mean AI developers need government approval first. National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett says they're studying an executive order. He compared it to how the FDA approves drugs, ensuring safety before release. What's interesting is that security concerns around Anthropic's "Mythos" AI model seem to have sped up these discussions. Mythos reportedly exposed code vulnerabilities. This move signals a shift, with the government engaging companies like Microsoft and Google DeepMind to evaluate national security risks. The bottom line: this could significantly change how new AI technologies reach the market, impacting both developers and users.