California governor signs executive order to regulate AI safety and worker protections

California Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order to regulate artificial intelligence, citing urgency to act "before it's too late." The order establishes a panel to study AI safety and includes a proposed "kill switch" mandate for advanced systems. The executive order also creates a framework for AI oversight, requiring disclosures on AI-generated advertising and new worker protections. Newsom has floated the possibility of a special legislative session or further executive action to enforce these measures. The move positions California as a leader in AI regulation amid growing concerns over risks. The panel will likely examine safeguards for autonomous systems, though specific implementation details remain under development.