On June 5, 2026, the White House declared its intent to expedite the advancement and implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies within the realm of national security, while explicitly banning the utilization of AI for illicit surveillance activities. Prior to this announcement, the White House had already outlined plans to mandate major AI development firms to voluntarily submit their most advanced AI models to the government for rigorous cybersecurity evaluations prior to public release. This measure is designed to mitigate the potential security threats posed by emerging AI systems.

Endorsed by President Trump, this executive order stipulates that leading AI enterprises must proactively submit their models for pre-release testing, with a lead time of up to 30 days. The primary objective is to evaluate potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities and fortify the protection of vital infrastructure. In pursuit of this goal, the government will work in tandem with AI companies to conduct comprehensive model testing and enhance cybersecurity defenses across all governmental sectors.