Trump Rejects AI Slowdown Calls, Launches "AI Force" Instead
The proposal would coordinate the fast-growing AI sector while avoiding new rules, as executives and lawmakers press for stronger safeguards.
- On Saturday, President Donald Trump proposed creating an "AI Force" and appointing an "AI czar" to coordinate the expanding technology sector without imposing restrictive regulations that could slow innovation.
- Growing calls for federal safeguards from Congress and industry leaders prompted the announcement, as researchers at top labs increasingly warn about the technology's power and potential risks.
- Adam Kovacevich, CEO of the Chamber, said Trump "feels pressure to say something" despite dismissing doomsday scenarios as a "hoax," while industry representatives expressed confusion about the task force's mandate.
- United Nations Mike Waltz said Sunday there could be a role for targeted safeguards involving nuclear-related protections and keeping humans in critical decisions, though he cautioned against putting a "throttle" on American innovators.
- Policymakers continue debating how to balance safety with economic growth and national security, as Trump and Republican officials argue broad restrictions could weaken the country's position in technological competition with China.
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Know what Trump announced about the AI Force and the new “A.I.zar,” what functions are known and what his government is looking for for for artificial intelligence.
Trump's Mysterious AI Force Leaves Silicon Valley Guessing
President Trump's vague proposal for an AI Force and new czar has tech leaders puzzled amid recent rogue AI incidents and calls for slowdowns. The announcement rejects regulation while nodding to risks, prioritizing competition with China. Industry reactions range from support for acceleration to demands for clearer policy.
The US President intends that this force be coordinated by a new "country of AI" with the aim of supporting the development of the sector, in the context in which industry is calling for a slowdown in the growth rate. US President Donald Trump...
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