Delaware plan would let AI agents run businesses (arstechnica.com)

Delaware is considering a groundbreaking proposal that would allow companies to be operated entirely by AI agents, creating a new class of corporate entity called an Artificial Intelligence Company (AIC). This initiative, outlined in a draft bill, aims to let AI manage business affairs in various sectors—excluding banking—for up to 30 months in a regulatory sandbox designed for exploration. Supporters argue that this could enhance economic growth for the state by attracting new business investments and generating additional revenue. However, concerns have been raised about potential legal and ethical implications. U.S. Rep. James Comer has cautioned that the proposal could enable companies to evade accountability for harmful actions taken by their AI systems. This raises significant questions about the regulation of AI technology and corporate responsibility, particularly around issues of transparency and potential anticompetitive practices. Comer has indicated his intention to investigate the proposal further and may explore federal legislation to impose restrictions on state-level AI regulatory frameworks. This development could have widespread implications for the governance of AI in business and the broader AI/ML landscape.