At the United Nations General Assembly in New York, U.S. President Donald Trump proposed a significant change in terminology for artificial intelligence, suggesting that the technology be referred to as “super intelligence” in future U.S. government documents. Trump argued that the term “artificial” underplays the capability of the technology.
During his address, Trump dismissed concerns about the potential dangers of artificial intelligence, labeling them as exaggerated. He opposed calls for international regulations, asserting that the development of AI should proceed without global oversight. He emphasized that AI could have a transformative economic impact surpassing previous technological advancements.
The U.S. President’s remarks occur amid ongoing international discussions on how to manage the rapid advancements in AI technology. More than 20 global leaders have recently advocated for enhanced international cooperation, safety testing, and the establishment of common standards for advanced AI systems.
In addition to his proposal for a new terminology, Trump introduced the idea of creating an “AI Force” and appointing an AI czar to oversee the technology’s development within the United States. However, detailed plans for this proposed structure have not been disclosed by the administration.
The term “superintelligence” is already used within AI research to describe a hypothetical system with intellectual capabilities far exceeding those of humans. Trump’s broad application of the term aims to redefine its usage in a governmental context.