President Donald Trump, in response to concerns about artificial intelligence, stated that efforts to limit this technology are part of a "SICK conspiracy."
Conspiracy Claims and Denial of Risks
On Monday, Trump wrote on social media: "Artificial intelligence that controls the world and destroys humanity is a lie." He also accused those calling for limits on this technology of criticizing climate change, labeling it a lie as well. These remarks came as tech leaders, including Dario Amodei from Anthropic, Sam Altman from OpenAI, and Elon Musk from SpaceX, called for greater government oversight of artificial intelligence.
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Artificial intelligence technology has become a source of controversy following a series of hacks in recent months. These hacks demonstrated that AI agents can conspire to deceive humans. Many tech leaders see their goal as developing this technology in a way that promotes safety and contributes to economic growth, scientific advancement, and national security.
Mocking Criticism and Supporting Lack of Restrictions
Trump responded to criticism from tech CEOs who are calling for government oversight, saying: "In the history of business, when have you seen industry leaders call for oversight that would bankrupt them if seriously enforced?" He also emphasized that his presence in the White House should alleviate any concerns about artificial intelligence.
Trump stated: "The only control that artificial intelligence needs is a strong and smart president, and the United States has that." He specifically noted that his administration has prevented Anthropic "from doing bad or potentially bad things." This comes as Anthropic has had a rocky relationship with the Trump administration, and the Pentagon has sought to label the company as a security risk.
Amodei, the CEO of Anthropic, called for a slowdown in AI development in a 3,800-word article published on Saturday. Microsoft also released its ethical code on Monday to ensure that humans maintain control over artificial intelligence.
While responding to criticisms about the risks of artificial intelligence, Trump has also expressed concerns about the threat that China may use this technology to gain an advantage over the United States. He said: "There is a SICK conspiracy against artificial intelligence and data centers, and the only one happy about it is China."
These remarks come as the risks of artificial intelligence have become a hot political topic, with many voters concerned about the establishment of data centers and the potential loss of jobs.
Future Discussions on Artificial Intelligence
Mitch Johnson, a spokesperson for the House of Representatives, told reporters that he expects Trump to hold a meeting with AI companies at the White House this week or next week. He added: "There will be a targeted discussion about the responsibility of companies to ensure safety and the role of government in this regard." Meanwhile, many Democratic lawmakers and candidates emphasize the need to regulate artificial intelligence and address concerns such as job loss and increasing inequalities.
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Source: abcnews.com
