OpenAI develops AI kill switch, acquires startups, and faces new New York safety law oversight
OpenAI has built a kill switch capable of shutting down rogue AI research models within 35 seconds to limit potential damage. The company also acquired travel startup Odessia, co-founded by Sonder's founder, though its future use is yet to be disclosed. Meanwhile, New York’s new AI safety law now requires major AI developers like OpenAI and Anthropic to register, disclose safety measures, and report critical incidents under threat of fines. OpenAI also launched new business profiles to enhance ChatGPT as a consumer discovery tool.
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These moves reflect heightened focus on AI safety, regulatory compliance, and expanding AI’s commercial integration amid rapid industry growth and scrutiny.
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