In a speech delivered at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, Donald Trump proposed a linguistic shift regarding the technology currently known as Artificial Intelligence. Trump argued that the term 'artificial' carries a negative connotation, suggesting it sounds 'fake,' and advocated for the adoption of the term 'Super Intelligence' instead.

Beyond the proposed name change, Trump utilized the platform to criticize the prevailing discourse surrounding AI safety and regulation. He dismissed existing warnings about the potential risks of AI as a 'globalist scheme.' To emphasize his skepticism, he compared these warnings to the scientific consensus on climate change, which he has previously questioned. While the scientific community maintains that human activity is the primary driver of climate change, Trump’s remarks at the UN suggest he views both AI safety concerns and climate policy through a similar lens of institutional skepticism.

The address highlights a growing divide in how political leaders approach emerging technology. While many international bodies and tech industry leaders are currently focused on creating guardrails for AI development, Trump’s rhetoric suggests a preference for framing the technology as a tool for national advancement rather than a source of existential risk. The proposal to rename the field appears to be an attempt to distance the technology from the 'artificial' label, which he perceives as undermining its credibility or perceived value. There has been no immediate reaction from the tech sector regarding the proposed name change, nor has there been a formal policy shift associated with his comments.