Trump Proposes AI Name Change, Signs Orders to Accelerate US AI Leadership

At an artificial intelligence summit, President Donald Trump expressed his strong dislike for the term 'artificial intelligence,' suggesting it be renamed because he believes AI represents 'pure genius' rather than anything artificial. He outlined his administration's AI Action Plan, which includes fast-tracking permits for data centers, promoting American AI exports, and removing regulatory hurdles, particularly those related to environmental and diversity initiatives, referring to these as 'woke.' Trump emphasized America's goal to dominate the global AI race and criticized existing policies favoring diversity, equity, and inclusion in AI development. He also dismissed concerns about copyright payments for content used in training AI models, stating that gaining knowledge does not violate copyright laws. Additionally, Trump attempted to include a provision in his 2026 budget bill to prevent states from regulating AI for a decade, which drew backlash from some Republicans. His remarks and policies reflect an aggressive push to accelerate AI innovation while removing what he perceives as ideological bias and regulatory obstacles.