Trump now says he wants to form an ‘AI Force’
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The president posted on Truth Social that he wanted to appoint an "AI czar" to lead a new "AI force." He made the announcement amid growing calls from across the political spectrum and even within the industry to pump the brakes on AI development. He posted that his administration "will not in any w
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A dimly lit, high-tech control room with monitors displaying AI algorithms and data streams, where a suited figure points to a screen labeled 'AI Force,' looking bewildered and holding a vintage rotary phone.
Caption: In the era of AI, our commander-in-chief reaches for the operator.
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Based on the original story on theverge.com.
Editor's note
This announcement highlights the escalating debate about the ethical and regulatory implications of AI development, underscoring the need for thoughtful oversight as this technology continues to evolve rapidly.
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Panel 1
Alex, holding a blueprint of what looks like a robot, stands in a cluttered garage with a hopeful smile. Sam, leaning against a wall with crossed arms, looks unimpressed.
Alex: I'm drafting plans for an 'AI Force'! We could protect us from rogue AI!
Sam: Or we could just make sure the fridge never runs out of beer.
Panel 2
Robin, in a lab coat and safety goggles, is conducting an experiment with various wires and circuits. Alex is scribbling notes enthusiastically. Sam (rolling eyes)
Robin: I'm on it! An AI czar to lead our AI force! We'll be unstoppable!
Sam: Great, because what we need is another acronym to sort out.
Panel 3
Alex and Robin are standing in front of a large poster that says Sam is looking at them with a deadpan expression. Alex and Robin (simultaneously)
Alex: AI Force: Our New Frontier!
Alex: We'll train AI soldiers to defend democracy!
Robin: And robots to make sure everyone's taxes are perfectly paid!
Sam: And the plan to avoid all the potential downsides is...?
Alex and Robin: Innovation!
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