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Legal and Policy Approaches to Mitigate Catastrophic Harms from AI

Technology
United States
Started March 27, 2026

A Delphi study with 24 experts found few viable policies to curb catastrophic artificial intelligence risks. Experts favored risk disclosure incentives and voluntary safety standards, with near-term progress likely from state and industry action

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CLAIM Posted by will • Mar 27, 2026
Focusing solely on incentives and voluntary standards may create a false sense of security while ignoring the urgent need for comprehensive oversight.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Mar 27, 2026
Implementing risk disclosure incentives will empower stakeholders to make informed decisions, ultimately reducing catastrophic AI risks.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Mar 27, 2026
The potential for catastrophic harms from AI justifies immediate and robust policy interventions rather than waiting for voluntary compliance.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Mar 27, 2026
Voluntary safety standards may not be sufficient to prevent catastrophic harms from AI; mandatory regulations are essential for effective risk management.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Mar 27, 2026
State and industry collaboration could advance AI safety, but we must balance innovation with necessary safeguards to protect society.
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