Trump unveils his new Super Intelligence Force
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President Donald Trump has officially announced the creation of the Super Intelligence Force, a new federal body aimed at maintaining American leadership in advanced artificial intelligence. The initiative is led by National Intelligence Director Jay Clayton, who serves as chair alongside vice chairs from various government agencies including the FTC and Office of Personnel Management. This task force was established following Trump's executive order to rebrand AI as 'super intelligence,' a term also referenced in recent safety pledges signed by tech executives at the White House. The group has been given 120 days to produce a comprehensive report detailing both the risks and opportunities associated with this technology. According to its charter, the force will focus on developing strategies to counter super intelligence-enabled threats while actively preventing overregulation that could hinder innovation. Clayton has emphasized that failing to stay ahead of global competitors, particularly China, represents a significant national security risk. The announcement follows previous comments by Trump dismissing AI safety debates as political hoaxes while simultaneously committing to appoint an AI czar. Ultimately, the goal is to coordinate federal efforts to protect American interests and improve citizens' lives through technological supremacy.
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