Anthropic Backs State AI Laws but Warns They May Already Be Outdated

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AI company Anthropic has been actively supporting state-level artificial intelligence regulation across the United States. The company endorsed significant AI transparency legislation in both California and New York in 2024. However, Anthropic's head of US state and local policy has cautioned that even these recently backed laws may already be falling behind the pace of AI development. The company's position reflects a broader concern that regulation needs to move faster to keep up with rapid advancements in the field.

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