AI TRENDS | White House Considers Executive Order for AI Model Review

U.S. National Economic Council Director Hassett revealed on Wednesday that the White House is considering an executive order to establish a review mechanism for new-generation AI models like Anthropic's Mythos. According to Jin10, the initiative aims to protect corporate and government networks from AI-related cybersecurity risks. Hassett stated, "We are exploring, and may even introduce, an executive order to provide a clear roadmap for the future. AI systems that could pose security vulnerabilities should undergo a process to prove their safety before public release, similar to FDA drug approvals." This development comes just weeks after Anthropic unveiled its groundbreaking Mythos model, which excels at identifying cybersecurity vulnerabilities and may pose global cybersecurity risks. Currently, the company has restricted access to a few large tech and financial firms, while the Trump administration has been advocating for federal agencies to integrate Mythos to test government systems. Hassett emphasized, "We have mobilized the entire government and private sector to ensure comprehensive testing before the model is publicly available, safeguarding U.S. businesses and government." It remains unclear whether the executive order will mandate compulsory testing for AI systems. If implemented, this would signify a shift in Trump's stance on AI regulation, as he previously advocated for a hands-off approach.