Import AI 456: RSI and economic growth; radical optionality for AI regulation; and a neural computer

Import AI · 2 months ago

Researchers at the Institute for Law & AI propose "radical optionality," a framework where governments invest now in regulatory tools and institutional capacity they may need to govern powerful AI systems in the future, rather than either regulating heavily now or not preparing at all. The approach recommends specific near-term investments including transparency requirements, whistleblower protections, government auditing capacity, and technical talent recruitment at agencies like the UK's AISI, with estimated costs modest relative to potential benefits. This avoids premature regulation while building flexibility to respond to different futures as AI development unfolds.