트럼프, ‘초지능군’ 창설 발표…‘금융규제통’을 AI 차르로

President Donald Trump announced the creation of the "Super Intelligence Force" (SIF), appointing former National Security Agency Chief John Keith as the "Artificial Intelligence Czar." Keith, who previously oversaw financial regulation, may introduce similar structures for AI regulation. The President announced this on social media platform Truth Social on April 4th, stating that the SIF would oversee the American government's capabilities in the AI field, protect all Americans' interests, and ensure the nation's leadership in this increasingly important sector.

The SIF would coordinate communication and collaboration between the federal government, consumers, civil society groups, religious organizations, critical infrastructure providers, and AI companies. Keith, along with Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew Peterson, Defense Department Research and Engineering Deputy General Counsel (CTO) Emerson Michael, and Federal Personnel Management Agency Director Scott Cooper, will lead the organization.

Media outlets have referred to the SIF as part of the President's advisory task force. It was reported that Trump appointed Keith as the Artificial Intelligence Czar. Earlier, on July 19th, Trump had announced the creation of the AI Army and the appointment of an AI Czar. Keith served as the chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) during Trump's first term and worked in the New York Southern District for Wall Street finance before becoming the National Intelligence Agency Chief last August.

Critics have accused Keith of being out of place in his new role due to his background in law and finance regulation. During a previous interview with The Wall Street Journal, Keith stated that the goal was to maintain America's leadership in the AI sector and prioritize the interests of American citizens above all else, warning of the severe consequences of falling behind.

He added that dialogue would be used to develop systems across different industries, similar to how the Federal Reserve and the Securities and Exchange Commission manage financial risks. The SIF would report to the President on the risks and opportunities presented by AI within 120 days, establishing the federal government's responsibilities.