Donald Trump Proposes Rebranding Artificial Intelligence As Super Intelligence At United Nations

President Trump rejected global oversight for artificial intelligence at the United Nations while proposing to rename the technology.

President Donald Trump used his address at the United Nations General Assembly to propose rebranding artificial intelligence as super intelligence. During his remarks, he dismissed concerns regarding technological risks and rejected the creation of international oversight bodies. While other world leaders continue to advocate for global regulatory frameworks and safety guardrails, American opposition complicates multilateral efforts.

• The American leader suggested that the word artificial undersells the capabilities of modern technology.
• Associates close to the presidential administration have begun adopting the newly proposed terminology.
• Technology experts have expressed skepticism that the alternative moniker will gain widespread adoption.
• Discussions at the international gathering highlighted stark divisions between American and Chinese approaches to technological governance.

Written from 7 of 8 outlets — 1 has since joined this story.

Timeline

1. Sep 21Donald Trump suggested rebranding artificial intelligence with alternative terminology.
2. Sep 22The U.S. president addressed the United Nations to reject global oversight and push for the new terminology.
3. Sep 23International leaders debated technological dangers while experts questioned whether the proposed rebranding would succeed.
4. Sep 24Observers noted that international efforts to secure AI protections face difficulties without American participation.

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• CNASingapore proposes UN framework for global AI safeguards2d ago · open ↗
• The Straits TimesSingapore proposes a UN framework convention on AI safety2d ago · open ↗
• Politico EuropeThe world wants to secure AI. It may have to try without the US.5d ago · open ↗

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