Trump signed order to promote advanced AI innovation and security, White House says

The Trump administration announced an executive order on June 2 directing U.S. AI developers to voluntarily submit their most capable models for government cybersecurity testing before public release. The order, signed by President Donald Trump, involves departments including Treasury, Defense, Commerce, and Homeland Security, which will review models for up to 30 days prior to external distribution. It also emphasizes enhancing cyber defenses across government systems. The initiative marks a shift in Trump’s AI strategy, moving from a previously stated hands-off approach to active monitoring of the technology’s capabilities. The administration has previously discouraged state-level AI regulations, but this order introduces voluntary testing that could impact industry timelines and profitability. Key AI firms, including Google, Anthropic, and OpenAI, have already engaged with the U.S. government on cybersecurity measures, according to a senior official who discussed the order’s development in May. The order also mandates the Treasury Secretary to create an AI 'cybersecurity clearinghouse' in collaboration with the industry and critical infrastructure operators. This clearinghouse will coordinate vulnerability scanning, validation, and prioritize remediation efforts to address software weaknesses. The move reflects growing concerns in Washington about the security risks posed by advanced AI systems like Anthropic’s Mythos. By centralizing testing and patch distribution, the administration aims to mitigate potential threats while balancing industry innovation.