Trump to create ‘AI Force’ to monitor technology as fears over out-of-control agents grow
President had brushed away suggestions to slow down AI technology, even as his own party counseled caution
TL;DR
- Donald Trump plans to create an "AI Force" and appoint an "AI Czar" to monitor artificial intelligence.
- He compared the AI Force to the Space Force, calling it a "tremendous SUCCESS."
- Trump dismissed fears about AI development as a "hoax" and a conspiracy by the "Radical Left."
- He stated his administration "will not in any way hinder or stifle the Growth of this incredible Industry."
- Trump predicted AI could become as much as 25% of the US GDP and vowed to maintain US leadership over China.
- He suggested "Superior Intelligence (SI)" or "Extreme Intelligence (EI)" as more accurate terms for AI.
- His announcement comes ahead of a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
- The proposal follows California's governor announcing plans for AI safety regulations.
- Other Republicans, like Ron DeSantis and Spencer Cox, have called for AI controls and safety laws.