DeepMind CEO Proposes Independent Standards Body for Frontier AI Regulation

Jul 14, 2026

DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis has proposed the creation of an independent AI standards body, modeled after FINRA, to test frontier AI models and develop best practices for their release. Hassabis emphasizes the importance of proactive regulation to address potential risks associated with advanced AI systems.

Why it matters: Establishing such a body could influence the governance of advanced AI models by promoting industry-led standards and safety measures.

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