Trump signs downsized AI executive order requiring voluntary government review of powerful models

President Donald Trump signed an executive order establishing a voluntary framework for AI companies to submit powerful new models for government review up to 30 days before public release, according to Hacker News and The Verge. The order was significantly narrowed from an earlier proposal, which was pulled hours before a scheduled signing ceremony after intense industry lobbying, with the final version removing mandatory reporting and safety testing obligations, bsky sources reported. The framework aims to balance promoting AI innovation with addressing national security risks, directing federal agencies to assess advanced cybersecurity capabilities of AI models, The Verge noted. Critics argue the voluntary framework lacks enforcement mechanisms and represents a capitulation to tech industry interests, while supporters say it balances innovation with security concerns, according to bsky.