2 years. That's how long AI companies could be exempt from federal rules under a new 'sandbox' bill proposed by US Senator Ted Cruz. The bill aims to boost tech innovation and help the US compete with China. Companies must outline safety risks and mitigation plans to qualify. Cruz says it's not a free pass – AI firms still follow other laws. The White House is seeking public input on regulatory hurdles. Some states have their own AI rules, which tech firms want banned. An earlier attempt to freeze state regulations for 10 years failed in July. The bill doesn't include a state ban, but officials say it's needed to spur innovation. (Updated 11 Sep 2025, 09:14 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- 2 years
- That's how long AI companies could be exempt from federal rules under a new 'sandbox' bill proposed by US Senator Ted Cruz
- The bill aims to boost tech innovation and help the US compete with China