US VP Vance Calls AI Industry's Push for Regulation a 'Trojan Horse'

U.S. Vice President JD Vance pointed out on the 14th local time that calls from artificial intelligence companies for stricter regulations, warning that out-of-control AI could lead to human extinction, feel "somewhat like a Trojan horse."

Speaking to reporters during a visit to Kansas that day, Vance said, "It feels a bit strange that so many cutting-edge artificial intelligence companies are coming to the government and begging to be regulated."

Vance's reference to a "Trojan horse" is interpreted as a criticism of established major AI companies that stand to benefit from new government regulations that raise barriers to market entry.

Addressing the arguments for slowing down AI development raised by AI industry leaders such as Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, Vance said, "That is something we are also concerned about," while adding, "However, in reality, we must regulate wisely and be cautious about risks.

There are clearly risks with AI, but there are also benefits."

He went on to emphasize, "Another thing the President (Donald Trump) has stated quite consistently is that China is engaged in a long-term AI competition against the United States," adding, "The United States must respond wisely, but we must always stay ahead."

Vance added, "I don't think Americans need to be afraid of anything," and noted, "We must keep in mind that anything has risks and downsides, and that certainly applies to AI."

Regarding the entity responsible for AI regulation, Vance stated, "The best approach is to reach a consensus between Congress and the administration." He added, "It is clear that there are many people with strong opinions on both sides of the aisle, but ideally, whatever regulatory framework is adopted should be agreed upon by Congress and the White House.

That is how you actually establish regulations and achieve genuine consensus."

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