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Calls to slow the development of artificial intelligence models in the United States have triggered broad debate in the technology sector and political circles.
Operative Information Center-OMM reports that foreign media outlets have covered the issue, citing statements by technology executives and political figures.
According to the reports, Dario Amodei, CEO of US-based Anthropic, proposed slowing the pace of model development, citing safety concerns. His call was supported by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Tesla CEO Elon Musk, while US House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senator John Cornyn warned that tighter regulations could give China an advantage. US President Donald Trump did not rule out possible restrictions but said the United States must maintain its leadership in artificial intelligence.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella welcomed the idea of monitoring but opposed concentrating oversight in the hands of a single group. Cohere CEO Aidan Gomez and former official David Sacks, meanwhile, alleged that leading companies were seeking to establish a market monopoly through such calls. The debate intensified after researcher Jacob Cookson resigned, accusing both companies of acting irresponsibly.
The discussion reflects a broader policy challenge for the United States: balancing the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence with safety safeguards, accountability and the need to remain competitive with China. Artificial intelligence regulation has become an increasingly prominent issue as companies release more capable systems for commercial and public use.
