nuSep 13, 2026, 16:13

Trump dismisses plan to slow down AI development: 'Wants to maintain lead'

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has rejected calls to slow down artificial intelligence development, insisting that maintaining a technological lead over China is a national priority. While industry leaders like Sam Altman and Dario Amodei have warned of potential safety risks and economic disruptions, Trump maintains that the country must continue to innovate rapidly to win the global AI race.

During a visit to Ireland, former U.S. President Donald Trump rejected proposals to decelerate the development of artificial intelligence, emphasizing the need to maintain a global technological advantage over China. Trump argued that leadership in the field of AI is essential for overall strategic superiority, dismissing concerns regarding potential risks associated with rapid innovation.

Several prominent industry leaders, including OpenAI's Sam Altman and Anthropic's Dario Amodei, have recently advocated for a pause in development. They cited urgent safety concerns such as the risk of losing control over systems, potential misuse in cyberattacks, and the threat of bioterrorism. Despite these warnings, Trump characterized the push for caution as a negative influence. He remains firmly committed to ensuring that American AI development proceeds at a pace that preserves the nation's dominant standing in the competitive global landscape.

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Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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