Trump announces 'AI Force' and AI czar appointment

qz.com

President Donald Trump announced Saturday he is forming an "AI Force" and will appoint an AI czar, dismissing concerns about rapid artificial intelligence development as a hoax while pledging not to hinder the industry's growth. Trump said the existing criminal and civil justice system would identify harms, and he drew a parallel between the AI Force and the Space Force from his first term. He predicted AI could account for up to 25% of U.S. GDP, calling it larger than the Industrial Revolution or the Internet. The announcement follows David Sacks' departure as AI and cryptocurrency czar in March, with Trump now facing pressure from industry leaders calling for a global slowdown. The administration plans an AI-focused UN General Assembly gathering Wednesday and a White House state dinner Thursday with tech CEOs.


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