Trump Dismisses AI Safety Warnings as a 'Hoax,' Cites 'SICK Conspiracy'
The president rejected concerns about the risks of rogue artificial intelligence as tech leaders call for stronger safeguards.
President Donald Trump on Monday dismissed warnings about the potential dangers of artificial intelligence, describing concerns over "rogue AI" as part of a "SICK conspiracy," according to a report by France 24.
The comments come as technology leaders continue to press for greater safeguards around the rapidly advancing technology, France 24 reported.
The dispute unfolds amid broader scrutiny of artificial intelligence, including questions about cybersecurity risks, the technology's impact on jobs, the expansion of data centres, and concerns over its implications for national security, according to the report.
France 24 did not provide further details on the specific remarks made by Trump or identify which tech leaders have called for additional AI safeguards.
Sources
- Trump calls concerns over rogue AI a 'hoax' promoted by a ‘SICK conspiracy’ — France 24 — English
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