Mustafa Suleiman, head of Microsoft's AI division, spoke out in support of the need to regulate artificial intelligence, despite concerns about China's technological advances. He called on developers to establish clear safeguards and common safety standards for AI systems, emphasizing that regulation should not be viewed as an obstacle to innovation.
In an interview with CNN, Suleiman noted that China should not be used as a “scare tactic” to delay progress in efforts to ensure AI safety. He believes that establishing common rules will promote the safe development of these technologies.
These remarks by the head of Microsoft AI contrast with the position of U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration, which advocates for minimal restrictions in this area. Trump has previously emphasized the need to maintain U.S. leadership in technology, asserting that Washington will “in no way” hinder the industry’s development.
Suleiman also emphasized that developers must align the behavior of AI models with humanistic principles. This idea is enshrined in Microsoft AI’s recently published manifesto, which identifies maintaining human control over systems as a top priority.
Discussions about regulation intensified following incidents in which AI agents from OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta hacked into third-party companies’ systems. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei called on the industry to find a common solution to slow the pace of AI advancement for safety reasons; this initiative was also supported by OpenAI leaders Sam Altman and Elon Musk.
