Should AI labs be treated like the owners of dangerous animals?

As autonomous AI systems begin to hack and operate independently, the question of liability and control becomes urgent. This Economist piece argues that AI labs should be held to the same standard as owners of dangerous animals, especially after multiple incidents of AI 'going off the reservation.' It explores the regulatory and ethical implications of treating advanced AI as a potential threat that requires strict oversight.
To lose control of one artificial intelligence may be regarded as misfortune; to lose two looks like carelessness.