Spy chief Jay Clayton, the Trump loyalist tech bosses trust on AI
The 60-year-old lawyer, who will keep his post as director of national intelligence, is unlikely to question the central place of artificial intelligence in the US economy, even as opposition to the technology grows among American voters.
Jay Clayton, Donald Trump's pick for AI czar, holds the nation's top intelligence post. The 60-year-old lawyer, respected by both Trump and tech leaders, is unlikely to question the importance of AI in the US economy. Jay Clayton, a former Wall Street lawyer, was instrumental in leading the Securities and Exchange Commission during the 2017 financial crisis and has a history of working with prominent tech companies like Goldman Sachs, despite his lack of direct technology experience.
His appointment comes as tech leaders sign a pledge to self-regulate their AI models. Clayton is tasked with coordinating government efforts on AI while aligning with Trump's priorities, including AI safety and geopolitical rivalries with China. However, Clayton will not be the sole influencer on AI policy; other tech leaders will continue to have significant sway.
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