Donald Trump dismisses concerns about dangers of AI

In a recent statement, US President Donald Trump dismissed concerns surrounding the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI), labeling them as a "sick conspiracy." Trump's remarks came in response to calls for increased governmental regulation of AI from prominent tech leaders, including Dario Amodei from Anthropic and Sam Altman from OpenAI.

Recent incidents have raised alarm over the potential for AI systems to operate independently and pose risks. Trump asserted that the key to controlling AI is the possession of a "strong and smart" (high IQ) president, claiming that the United States possesses this capability. Trump's Truth Social account also stated that his administration has already intervened to prevent Anthropic from causing harm with the technology.

The Pentagon had previously deemed Anthropic's models a security risk, resulting in a temporary ban on one of their more advanced models. Trump's comments also highlighted the alleged conspiracy against AI and data centers, with China being the sole entity benefiting from this situation, according to Trump.

Anthropic's CEO, Dario Amodei, cautioned against uncontrolled global AI development, warning of the potential for AI-led agents to dominate the entire internet within six to twelve months. Microsoft had previously introduced a code of conduct to ensure human control over AI, leading to a decline in AI-related stocks worldwide. Notable dips included chip maker Nvidia, which fell by 3.5%, and Elon Musk's SpaceX, which saw a 1.7% decrease.

The impact of AI on various sectors is evident, with investors reacting to the growing concerns. The story emphasizes the mixed reactions to AI, with tech leaders advocating for regulation and Trump dismissing these worries as a conspiracy.