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In an interview with Jo Ling Kent, White House AI adviser David Sacks dismissed calls from tech leaders for safeguards against harmful uses of artificial intelligence as "not acceptable." Sacks, who co-chairs President Trump’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology, countered the notion that AI poses a threat comparable to existential risks like climate change or nuclear weapons.
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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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Top White House AI adviser pushes back on AI leaders calling for safeguards: "Not acceptable"
framing: mixed · carried by 1 article(s) · first seen 2026-09-16
🔮 sat down with Jo Ling Kent for an exclusive interview and addressed Mr. Trump's quashing of the idea that AI could destroy humanity.
2026-09-16 · CBS News
Top White House AI adviser pushes back on AI leaders calling for safeguards: "Not acceptable" · mixed framing

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Top White House AI adviser pushes back on AI leaders calling for safeguards: "Not acceptable" asserted
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David Sacks, who co-chairs President Trump's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology, asserted
who → co → Science
sat down with Jo Ling Kent for an exclusive interview and addressed Mr. Trump's quashing of the idea that AI could destroy humanity. uncertain
AI → sit → humanity
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