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OpenAI Backs Trump's AI Review Policy, Vows Cooperation

OpenAI Embraces Government Oversight for AI Model Releases

In a significant move for artificial intelligence governance, OpenAI has publicly committed to cooperating with President Trump's new executive order mandating pre-release government reviews of advanced AI models.

George Osborne, OpenAI's head of global affairs and former UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, made the announcement during the South by Southwest (SXSW) event in London. "We take our responsibilities very seriously," Osborne told attendees. "As creators of cutting-edge AI models, we're not waiting to be regulated—we're actively helping shape smart policies."

The Executive Order Explained

The Trump administration's order establishes a 30-day review window before any major AI model release. During this period, federal officials will assess:

  • The model's potential cybersecurity risks
  • Capabilities that might qualify it as a "regulated frontier model"
  • Overall compliance with national security standards

Osborne described the policy as a "reasonable middle ground" between fostering innovation and protecting public interests. "The challenge," he noted, "is creating regulations strong enough to matter but flexible enough to adapt as the technology evolves."

OpenAI's Proactive Approach

Rather than resisting oversight, OpenAI has taken an unusual stance for a tech company: actively participating in regulatory discussions. The company has been quietly advising multiple governments, including the U.S., on AI policy frameworks.

"We're suggesting something akin to financial regulators," Osborne explained. "Bodies with real authority but the flexibility to update rules as the landscape changes. Freezing today's standards into law would be like regulating the internet based solely on 1995 technology."

The Bigger Picture

This development comes as countries worldwide scramble to establish AI governance frameworks. The European Union recently passed its AI Act, while China has implemented strict algorithmic transparency rules. The U.S. approach—so far—appears more industry-friendly but still represents a significant shift.

Key Points:

  • OpenAI will submit future models for mandatory 30-day government review
  • The company supports "strong but flexible" AI regulation
  • Former UK Chancellor George Osborne leads OpenAI's policy efforts
  • Trump's order aims to balance innovation with national security concerns
  • Global AI regulation remains a patchwork of different approaches

The coming months will test whether this cooperative model between AI developers and governments can work—or if tougher mandates will be needed as the technology advances.