Google, OpenAI and Anthropic have approached Sriram Krishnan about becoming chief executive of a proposed organisation tentatively called the Frontier AI Standards Agency, according to The Information.
The companies are seeking to establish an industry-led body for frontier AI standards. Krishnan is being considered despite having argued during his government service that Washington should not create its own AI regulator.
Who is Sriram Krishnan?
Krishnan previously served as Senior White House Policy Advisor on Artificial Intelligence in the second Trump administration. His tenure began in January 2025. The reported approach would connect that policy experience with a proposed standards organisation backed by Google, OpenAI and Anthropic.
What is known about the proposed agency?
The organisation is being referred to tentatively as the Frontier AI Standards Agency. The companies want Krishnan to run it as chief executive, but the report describes an approach rather than a confirmed appointment.
The available details do not establish the agency's final structure, operating plan or standards. They also do not confirm whether Krishnan has accepted the role.
Why the reported approach matters
The 3 companies are described as seeking to build their own regulator rather than rely on a regulator created by Washington. That makes the choice of Krishnan notable because his earlier position opposed a federal AI regulator.
Conclusion
Google, OpenAI and Anthropic are reportedly considering Sriram Krishnan to lead a proposed Frontier AI Standards Agency. The reported plan would place a former White House AI policy adviser at the head of an industry-led standards body, but no appointment has been confirmed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Who has approached Sriram Krishnan?
Google, OpenAI and Anthropic have approached him, according to The Information.
Q. What role is Krishnan being considered for?
He is being considered for chief executive of the proposed Frontier AI Standards Agency.
Q. What is the Frontier AI Standards Agency?
It is the tentative name for a proposed industry-led AI standards body.
Q. When did Krishnan serve in the White House?
He served as Senior White House Policy Advisor on Artificial Intelligence in the second Trump administration from January 2025.
Q. What was Krishnan's position on an AI regulator?
He argued during his government service that Washington should not create one.
Q. Has Krishnan accepted the reported role?
No appointment has been confirmed.
