Marvel movie star actor Mark Ruffalo the avengerscriticized California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) as a “mistake” for vetoing the AI safety bill and advised the public to “follow the money” when analyzing Newsom's decisions.
“AI is now a real technology, and whether we like it or not, most people agree that it will have a profound impact on all of our real lives,” Ruffalo wrote in the paper. . Editorial for time The title of the magazine is “Governor Newsom's veto of AI bill was a mistake.”
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The actor acknowledged that “there may be significant downsides” to AI, but said the entertainment industry sees the technology as “threatening our way of life right now” and that “California lawmakers are… We were very happy and grateful when he said this.” The bill, led by Sen. Scott Wiener, rose to become Senate Bill 1047 (SB 1047). ”
“This landmark law would have required major technology companies to conduct cutting-edge and expensive safety testing of their AI models,” Ruffalo explained. “That way, these companies will be held accountable for significant damage, whistleblowers will be protected, and appropriate cybersecurity measures will be in place to ensure this powerful technology does not fall into the hands of geopolitical adversaries and terrorists.” would have been required.”
“Unfortunately, Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed this bill on September 29th,” the actor lamented.
“Please understand that,” he added. “This bill was supported by both startup founders and big-name CEOs, Democrats and Republicans, the California Federation of Labor, and even Elon Musk, who usually opposes regulations.”
“This bill passed overwhelmingly in both the state Senate and state Assembly, and polls show that 77% of Californians approve. Why would the governor refuse to sign the bill?” the actor asked. .
Ruffalo then advised readers to “follow the money,” writing:
Some major technology companies and venture capital firms have hired teams of expensive lobbyists to fight the bill. Their main argument was that SB 1047 would stifle “innovation.” However, this is a half-misleading truth. New safety regulations will stimulate safety innovation and force companies to innovate new ways to protect the public from harm. However, the investor base does not like this type of innovation. We want our portfolio companies to stay focused on innovating new ways to make money. In his veto statement, Newsom echoed lobbyists' concerns about “innovation.”
This is the same anti-regulatory rhetoric we've heard over and over again in every industry. For example, the chemical industry has invalidated laws regulating PFA, claiming that PFA, known as the “forever chemical,” is an economic driver. PFA seemed like a miracle to some at first, with its nonstick pans, efficient packaging, and water-resistant clothing. But now they are present in our water, soil, and bodies, causing devastating and irreversible health problems. No amount of economic improvement can put the genie back in the bottle. We cannot allow history to repeat itself with AI.
“Newsom does not appear to be pandering to Big Tech and has publicly argued that the harms that SB 1047 seeks to prevent are not based on ‘science and fact,’” Ruffalo argued. “But his argument ignores the large and growing contingent of computer scientists in this field.”
The actor accused Newsom of effectively saying “we shouldn't pass laws to prevent disaster until it happens,” and claiming the California governor doesn't believe in a “wait and see” approach.
“But this is doublespeak. He's saying one thing and doing the exact opposite,” Ruffalo argued.
The actor ended his op-ed with a rallying cry for activists, warning: In fact, we're just getting started. ”
“The next time a bill like this comes up for a vote, we will work together in greater numbers to make sure our government works for everyone, not just big business,” he said. It urged readers to “stay informed, speak out and demand better from our government.” our leaders. ”
“Governor, Newsom may have failed this time, but if we all come together, we will never let it happen again,” Ruffalo asserted.
Alana Mastrangelo is a reporter for Breitbart News. you can follow her facebook And with X @ARmastrangeloand further Instagram.
