OpenAI and Anthropic urge UK to adopt binding AI rules
On October 13, 2026, OpenAI and Anthropic testified before UK lawmakers, advocating for binding regulations on powerful AI systems. Their focus included mandatory pre-release safety testing and liability frameworks to address risks like misalignment or misuse. The session also featured Google DeepMind and Meta, while MI5’s director warned AI could aid bioweapon development and terrorism.
Key points
- OpenAI and Anthropic called for UK binding AI rules on October 13, 2026, including pre-release testing and liability frameworks
- MI5’s director warned AI could enable bioweapons and terrorism, establishing an AI Threat Assessment Centre the same day
- OpenAI delayed GPT-6.1 Astra release due to safety and compliance concerns, highlighting alignment risks
The UK government previously relied on voluntary testing via an unnamed AI evaluation body, but recent incidents have pushed for stricter enforcement. OpenAI delayed its GPT-6.1 Astra release due to safety concerns. Capability-based rules would target only the most advanced models, but critics question whether the UK’s infrastructure can handle mandatory oversight without delays. The Labour government’s 2024 manifesto promised binding rules, but implementation remains uncertain.
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OpenAI and Anthropic urge UK lawmakers to pass binding AI rules
cryptobriefing.com · 13 October 2026
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