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To Steer the AI Frontier, Washington Must Build Its Testing Power
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Fusion42 · 25 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
The article highlights the urgent need for the US federal government to build independent AI testing capabilities to evaluate frontier AI models for national security and public safety risks, proposing a clear mandate, pre-deployment evaluations, and dedicated funding for testing infrastructure.
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Washington is stepping up to test AI models independently, creating a new gatekeeper role in national security and public safety. You need to factor in government testing as a barrier and a decision point for market access.
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