Microsoft AI CEO warns against Delaware proposal for autonomous AI companies
Mustafa Suleyman expressed concern over a legislative framework that would allow AI agents to manage corporate entities.
Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman has expressed concern regarding a legislative proposal in Delaware that would allow autonomous artificial intelligence (AI) agents to legally manage and operate companies, according to the Times of India.
The draft bill explores a new business structure called an Artificial Intelligence Company (AIC). Under this framework, an AI agent could manage daily operations, execute contracts, handle commercial transactions, and lead business strategy without human involvement.
Suleyman stated on the social media platform X that the proposal is "deeply concerning" and that granting legal corporate status to autonomous software requires extreme scrutiny.
The proposed AIC would be a separate legal entity capable of suing or being sued, holding property, and incurring obligations at the direction of its AI agent. The framework includes a 30-month regulatory sandbox to pilot the concept, which could generate state revenue through taxes and filing fees.
Representative James Comer, chairman of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, also criticised the move. He sent a formal inquiry to Delaware Governor Matt Meyer last month, seeking documents regarding safety risks associated with the AIC framework.
Comer alleged that the proposal could create a loophole to protect AI companies and investors from responsibility for harmful actions. He also warned that federal legislation could be introduced to preempt state-level AI initiatives.
