Extended interview: Trump AI adviser David Sacks on tech leaders' AI fears

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Extended interview: Trump AI adviser David Sacks on tech leaders' AI fears. (2026, September 15). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/full-interview-trump-ai-adviser-david-sacks-tech-leaders-ai-fears/

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David Sacks, who was an adviser to President Trump on technology issues, says in an interview with CBS News that prominent tech leaders like Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei are overstating concerns about artificial intelligence threatening humanity. Sacks argues against calls for a pause in AI development, warning it could put the U.S. at a disadvantage compared to China's advancements in AI.

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David Sacks, a key adviser to former President Donald Trump on technology, told CBS News that fears about artificial intelligence (AI) posing a significant threat to humanity are exaggerated. He emphasized the need for rational consideration rather than panic, stating there is an incentive during election seasons to amplify such fears. The comments come as concerns rise over advanced AI platforms like those developed by Anthropic and OpenAI, with some experts warning about the risks of self-improving "superintelligence." In an exclusive interview, Sacks argued that a pause on AI development could harm U.S. competitiveness against China in this technological race. He also stressed that companies such as Anthropic and OpenAI have a responsibility to protect the public from potential dangers posed by their technologies.

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Extended interview: Trump AI adviser David Sacks on tech leaders' AI fears

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