Trump launches poll to rename Artificial Intelligence

President Trump has initiated a public poll on X and Truth Social to propose new terminology for Artificial Intelligence, suggesting alternatives such as Superior Intelligence, Extreme Intelligence, or Supreme Intelligence. Trump criticized the term 'Artificial Intelligence' as ineloquent and inaccurate. This move follows his recent dismissal of AI-related safety concerns as a 'hoax' and his stated commitment to avoiding restrictive regulations on the industry. While the administration signals support for AI growth, the initiative contrasts with ongoing debates among industry leaders like OpenAI’s Sam Altman and Anthropic’s Dario Amodei, who have advocated for slower development. Meanwhile, state-level officials, including California Governor Gavin Newsom, are moving forward with executive orders to strengthen AI safety laws. The proposal comes amid heightened scrutiny of AI, including reports of potential misuse in military contexts and broader concerns regarding the technology's long-term impact on global security.