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Trump, AI CEOs Sign Voluntary Safety Pact, Back Data Centre Expansion

Tech leaders agreed to develop internal AI controls, and Trump said data center growth would bring financial benefits to nearby communities.

  • On Tuesday, President Donald Trump met with technology executives at the White House to announce an agreement on AI standards while reiterating support for rapid data center expansion.
  • Mounting public pressure regarding AI safety and data center community impact prompted the unusual driveway event, showcasing the alliance Trump has cultivated with Silicon Valley.
  • Executives agreed to "robust internal controls" and "independent auditors" to assess AI systems, as Trump directed agencies to use "super intelligence" instead of artificial intelligence.
  • Trump suggested communities could receive a "dividend" from data centers, arguing residents will benefit "greatly" from the facilities' massive financial contributions.
  • Opposition to data centers poses political challenges for Republicans ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, according to Florida Atlantic University professor Craig Agranoff.
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