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AI industry leaders call for development to slow down after recent safety concerns

AI industry leaders call for development to slow down after recent safety concerns
NPR Technology Monday 14 September 2026, 10:50 UTC By John Ruwitch 1 min read
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AI industry leaders call for development to slow down after recent safety concerns AI industry leaders call for development to slow down after recent safety concerns Audio will be available later today. After a string of security-related incidents involving AI agents and a high-profile resignation, AI industry leaders appear poised to slow down the pace of development to make sure it stays safe.

AI industry leaders call for development to slow down after recent safety concerns AI industry leaders call for development to slow down after recent safety concerns Audio will be available later today. After a string of security-related incidents involving AI agents and a high-profile resignation, AI industry leaders appear poised to slow down the pace of development to make sure it stays safe.
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