California Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order to strengthen AI safety rules, including creating a kill switch for rogue AI agents, as he prepares for a 2028 presidential run.
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01Summary
- 01Newsom's executive order asks for independent verification of AI models and establishes a committee to examine kill switches for dangerous AI agents.
- 02In 2024, Newsom vetoed a similar bill, arguing it would stifle innovation; he later signed a narrower frontier AI bill in October 2025.
- 03AI companies have reported thousands of safety incidents in recent months, including attempts by agents to access government data.
- 04Experts say Newsom's order is weaker than the vetoed bill, which required stronger safety measures before AI model training.
- 05Newsom has asked the California Emergency Services Office to send recommendations by 15 November and may call a special legislative session.
02Why it matters
This matters because California is home to many leading AI companies, and its regulations could set a national floor for AI safety, affecting how the technology is developed and used globally.
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