Trump Administration to Test AI Models From Google, Microsoft and xAI

New AI Review Agreements

The Trump administration has entered into agreements with Google, Microsoft, and Elon Musk's xAI to review new artificial intelligence models before they are released to the public. The Commerce Department announced these deals on Tuesday.

Under the terms of these agreements, the companies will share early versions of their AI models with the U.S. government. These early versions will be used for security assessments. The Center for AI Standards and Innovation specifically announced the agreements with Microsoft, xAI, and Google DeepMind to evaluate the models.

Shift in Oversight Strategy

The move marks a shift in the administration's approach to artificial intelligence, which had previously taken a noninterventionist stance. The administration is now discussing the imposition of oversight on AI models prior to their public availability.

As part of this expanded effort, the White House is considering the creation of a new AI working group. This group would be tasked with exploring potential oversight mechanisms and vetting models before they are released.

Security Focus and Potential Regulation

The collaboration agreements between the government and the three AI firms are focused on security. By reviewing models in their early stages, the administration aims to conduct security assessments before the technology reaches the general public.

Beyond the current agreements, there is a possibility of further regulatory action. Reports indicate that a possible executive order may be used to increase oversight of the emerging technology.