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Trump Considers White House AI Czar; Altman Urges U.S. to Build AI Infrastructure

Dec 1, 2024, 08:40 PM

In a significant development regarding the future of artificial intelligence in the United States, former President Donald Trump is reportedly considering the establishment of a White House AI Czar. This potential role could reshape the government's oversight of AI technologies. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has expressed optimism about collaborating with the Trump administration, emphasizing the need for the U.S. to develop the best AI infrastructure. Altman described this period as one of the 'unusually important moments in the history of technology,' stressing that to maintain leadership in AI, the U.S. must enhance its power, computer chip, and data center infrastructure. The implications of these changes could significantly affect the relationship between government and AI innovation in the coming years.