President Donald Trump has signed an executive order establishing a voluntary framework for federal vetting of the most advanced frontier AI models before their public release.

The directive provides government agencies with a 30-day testing window to assess potential national security and cybersecurity risks posed by these cutting-edge systems.

Participation remains optional for AI developers to avoid hindering innovation and US technological competitiveness, particularly against rivals like China.

The move follows concerns over models such as Anthropic’s Claude Mythos, which demonstrated advanced capabilities in vulnerability discovery.

Industry professionals have commented on various aspects of the new AI executive order, including its voluntary nature, the balance between innovation and security, and potential implementation gaps.