On Tuesday, President Trump announced he had signed a document to officially change the name of artificial intelligence to 'super intelligence,' a move he claims was supported by tech industry leaders present at a White House luncheon.
While the specifics of the document remain unclear, House Speaker Mike Johnson mentioned it includes voluntary commitments from the industry regarding safety and internal controls. Trump's branding efforts come amid significant public skepticism about AI, with a recent Quinnipiac University poll showing only 25% approval for his handling of the issue. Critics, including Senator Mark R.
Warner, argue that renaming AI does not address the real risks associated with its rapid development. This situation underscores the tension between technological innovation and public safety concerns, which could have implications for Trump's political standing as he navigates the upcoming midterm elections