Tech bosses press G20 to build data centres, but split on risk
Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang tells G20 ministers AI is essential infrastructure, even as US communities push back against new data centres.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and OpenAI's Sam Altman urged G20 ministers to recognize artificial intelligence as essential infrastructure during a G20 meeting in North Carolina. Huang emphasized that every country needs to build data centers to support their local economy, just as they have roads, electricity, and the internet. However, the US is divided on data center construction due to concerns about electricity rates and community impact.
Huang dismissed job elimination fears, stating that AI would redefine work rather than replace it. OpenAI's Altman was more cautious about risks, warning that not embracing AI could leave countries behind. He compared refusing AI to refusing electricity a century ago, highlighting the high value AI provides to nations. Altman also cautioned against AI concentrating wealth and urged OpenAI to not dominate the market.
UK Science and Technology Minister Chris McDonald acknowledged the opportunities AI presents but stressed the importance of balancing technological advancement with public trust and community concerns.
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