Calls to slow down AI development are growing louder. Executives from Anthropic, OpenAI, and other experts are warning about potential threats to humanity. However, defining what such a slowdown should actually look like and how it could be enforced remains difficult. The US and China are engaged in an intense race for technological leadership, making companies hesitant to pause development for fear of falling behind.

There are also questions about who could monitor compliance with regulations and coordinate efforts globally. Critics warn that excessive regulation could hinder valuable innovation. The industry is under increasing pressure to strike a balance between safety, competition, and economic objectives.