California's Decision on Artificial Intelligence Terminology
Governor Gavin Newsom decided that state agencies should continue to use the term artificial intelligence, despite the federal government's terminology change recommendation.
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Executive Order N-10-26, ordering state agencies to continue using the terms "Artificial Intelligence" and "AI" when describing artificial intelligence technologies.
New Executive Order from Governor Newsom
California Governor Gavin Newsom enacted Executive Order N-10-26, which mandates that all official state-level agencies and departments maintain the existing terminology for artificial intelligence technologies.
Different Approach from Federal Regulation
This decision came immediately after the federal government's September 29 administrative regulation recommending that relevant agencies use the term "Super Intelligence".
Name Change Does Not Prevent Risks
California's decision emphasizes that a change in terminology would not prevent efforts focused on combating safety and security risks.
Scope and Limits of the Executive Order
The administrative directive only covers state agencies and departments under the governor's authority, while not binding private companies, local governments, courts, and the legislature.
This published directive does not alter any rules, budgets, or schedules, functioning solely as a naming convention.