https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ai-industry-insiders-voice-alarms-to-nyc-council-as-local-governments-take-up-safety-concernsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ai-industry-insiders-voice-alarms-to-nyc-council-as-local-governments-take-up-safety-concernshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ai-industry-insiders-voice-alarms-to-nyc-council-as-local-governments-take-up-safety-concerns#u109780Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:49:00 +0000Artificial intelligence insiders, including executives from Anthropic, OpenAI, Google, and Meta, testified at a New York City Council hearing about AI safety concerns, calling for greater oversight as local governments respond to mounting risks. Recently departed employees described a reckless culture at the firms. They warned about the dangers of the emerging technology, citing the need for more stringent measures to mitigate potential harm.Why it mattersThe hearing reflects growing concerns about AI safety and the need for regulatory oversight. Local governments are taking up the issue as AI