OpenAI Advocates for International AI Standards to Mitigate Risks

On September 22, 2026, OpenAI called for the establishment of international standards for artificial intelligence to address safety concerns. OpenAI emphasized that "fully autonomous RSI is not happening today" and warned that AI could become "more dangerous, less aligned, and, on the whole, a danger to people" without proper oversight.

The UN scientific panel echoed these concerns, highlighting the potential loss of control over autonomous agent swarms. They proposed a framework for international AI safety cooperation, drawing parallels to existing safety protocols in aviation, nuclear energy, and cybersecurity.

OpenAI's initiative aligns with the ongoing discussions in organizations like CAISI and ISO, which are also focused on AI safety standards. This call for cooperation aims to prevent the risks associated with advanced AI systems, particularly as they evolve and improve autonomously. The push for these standards reflects a growing recognition of the need for structured governance in the rapidly advancing AI landscape.