Key facts
- President Donald Trump announced that US government documents will use the term 'super intelligence' instead of artificial intelligence.
- Trump rejected calls for a slowdown in AI development, stating the US will not 'hinder or stifle the Growth of this incredible Industry.'
- He dismissed fears of AI posing a threat to humans as a 'hoax.'
- Trump views AI development as a technology race with China, stating 'Whoever wins AI, WINS!'
- Trump announced plans to create an 'AI Force,' drawing a parallel to the Space Force.
President Donald Trump has rejected calls for a slowdown in artificial intelligence development, vowing to support the industry's growth while announcing plans to create an "AI Force." He dismissed fears of AI posing a threat as a "hoax" and emphasized maintaining a technological lead over China.
Trump stated that he would not hinder the industry's growth, asserting that AI is a technology that could surpass the Industrial Revolution or the internet. He believes the U.S. currently leads China and other countries in AI development, writing, "Whoever wins AI, WINS!"
Despite opposing a development slowdown, Trump indicated the government would act against harmful uses of AI, pointing to existing criminal and civil laws. He announced plans for an "AI Force," drawing a parallel to the Space Force, though few details were provided.
His stance contrasts with some in the tech industry, including Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, who have advocated for more caution and a gradual pace of development due to increasing AI model power. The debate also involves discussions between Washington and Beijing regarding a potential notification system for AI incidents that could threaten national security.