A proposal in Delaware would allow AI agents to operate businesses, potentially enabling human owners to avoid legal responsibility for the AI's actions. US Representative James Comer raised concerns about this in a letter to Governor Matt Meyer, stating that the initiative could be misused to protect powerful AI companies from accountability. Comer is seeking documents related to the establishment of a new corporate entity called an Artificial Intelligence Company (AIC).
Key facts
- Delaware is proposing to allow AI agents to operate businesses.
- US Rep. James Comer expressed concerns about the proposal in a letter.
- Comer is chairman of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- The proposed entity is called an Artificial Intelligence Company (AIC).
- Concerns include potential evasion of legal responsibility by human owners.
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