The Trump administration is considering creating an independent, FINRA-like watchdog to vet the safety of advanced artificial intelligence models, according to reports from Business Standard and Bloomberg. The proposed regulator would be designed to provide a more structured oversight framework than the approach used in recent months, which critics described as ad-hoc measures aimed at slowing the release of leading AI systems. Both outlets say the concept is modeled on the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which is an industry-involved regulatory body. Under the plan, the watchdog would review or evaluate AI safety and related risks, with industry participation built into the process. Bloomberg adds that the proposal follows complaints from leaders in Silicon Valley who argued that current U.S. actions lack a consistent, predictable review mechanism for cutting-edge AI. While details on the scope of authority, timeline, and specific evaluation standards are not provided in the reports summarized here, the discussion indicates a shift toward formalized oversight designed to address concerns about the release and safety of advanced AI models.