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Newsom convenes AI advisory panel to ponder 'kill switch'

Gov. Gavin Newsom tapped AI researchers to advise California on regulatory steps and safety measures for rapidly advancing artificial intelligence.

Published Oct 7, 2026, 5:45 PM EDT | WFMZZ

Gov. Gavin Newsom has appointed artificial intelligence researchers to serve on a panel that will advise California on AI regulation. The group will help the state develop protections as it grapples with rapidly developing AI technology, including consideration of emergency safety mechanisms like a so-called 'kill switch.'