New York City Council has called for executives from major artificial intelligence companies to testify at an upcoming hearing, marking a rare direct confrontation between policymakers and tech leaders over AI regulation. The move follows growing concerns about the rapid development of AI systems and their potential societal impacts, including job displacement and ethical dilemmas. Lawmakers are expected to probe how these companies are addressing risks like bias, transparency, and accountability in their technologies. The hearing signals increasing scrutiny of AI’s role in urban governance and public services as cities seek to balance innovation with protection for residents.
NYC Council summons Open AI and Anthropic to AI hearing City & State New York
