Trump Proposes ‘Super Intelligence’ as New Term for AI

President Trump’s Proposal to Rename AI

President Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly, expressing his intention to rename artificial intelligence as ‘super intelligence’ in all U.S. documents.

‘The United States also totally rejects any attempt to construct a globality scheme to control for the artificial intelligence being spoken of so much now, hereinafter called super intelligence,’ Trump stated.

He argued that the term ‘artificial’ makes intelligence sound fake. According to Trump, the new term is more accurate, reflecting the genuine capabilities of AI.

Superintelligence: Definition and Concerns

Superintelligence is already a defined concept in the AI field. It’s considered a form of intelligence that surpasses human capabilities. This is both a goal for many AI firms and a source of concern regarding its potential risks to humanity.

Trump’s comments come amid heightened fears about AI’s impact, highlighted by warnings from a former Anthropic researcher about the possible existential threat AI poses.

Technology Policy and Global Impacts

A bipartisan group of senators is urging guidance for law enforcement on automated license plate readers to prevent misuse. This reflects growing backlash against this technology.

Melania Trump announced new events and partnerships under the Fostering the Future Together initiative, focusing on empowering children through technology and education.

A group of Senate Democrats criticized Trump for not effectively blocking China’s access to sensitive American AI technology. They call for closing loopholes that allow China to bypass U.S. export bans.

Public Concerns About AI

A Reuters/Ipsos survey found that nearly 73 percent of Americans worry that AI firms haven’t implemented sufficient safeguards to prevent harm caused by AI technology.