President Donald Trump has suggested a rebranding of artificial intelligence (AI) as “super intelligence,” a term that he intends to introduce in future U.S. government documents. Speaking at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Trump asserted that the current terminology underestimates the capabilities of the technology.
During his address, Trump dismissed calls for international controls on AI, arguing that such measures are unnecessary. He downplayed concerns about the potential risks associated with AI, labeling them as exaggerated, and emphasized the potential economic impact of AI, which he believes could surpass that of past technological revolutions.
The president’s remarks come amid global discussions on the management of AI, with over 20 political leaders advocating for stronger international collaborations, safety measures, and standardized regulations for advanced AI systems. Despite these calls, Trump made it clear that the U.S. would not back efforts to establish a global framework for regulating AI.
As part of his vision for AI in the United States, Trump proposed the creation of an “AI Force” and the appointment of an AI czar to oversee the technology’s development and application. However, the specifics of how these proposals would be implemented remain unclear.
Trump’s proposed terminology of “superintelligence” traditionally refers to a theoretical AI system with capabilities far exceeding human intelligence. His broader application of the term aims to reshape public perception of AI’s potential.