On September 29, 2026, US President Donald Trump hosted a meeting at the White House with leaders from major technology companies, including OpenAI, Anthropic, Nvidia, SpaceX, Meta, and Google, to discuss artificial intelligence (AI). Trump described the gathering as an "extraordinary" event aimed at fostering innovation in the US.
During the meeting, Trump announced that the executives signed a "morally binding" document intended to address potential risks associated with AI. The agreement holds the companies accountable for the safety of their technologies and requires them to implement safeguards to ensure their AI models operate correctly and can quickly address any issues. The document was signed by Trump and several tech leaders, including Sundar Pichai (Google), Dario Amodei (Anthropic), Mark Zuckerberg (Meta), Greg Brockman (OpenAI), Elon Musk (SpaceX), and Jensen Huang (Nvidia).
Trump characterized the agreement as akin to a constitution and stated that he would establish a board to oversee AI safety, although he did not disclose the board's members. Zuckerberg remarked that the accord would instill confidence in the American public regarding the technology's reliability. Amodei referred to the agreement as a strategy for "winning safely" in AI development.
However, some experts expressed skepticism about the effectiveness of the accord. Jose Miguelito Enriquez, an AI governance researcher, noted that while the pact indicates a growing consensus, it does not clarify accountability for AI developers in the event of incidents. Kimberlee Weatheral, a law professor, criticized the agreement for allowing companies to define safety standards without clear consequences for breaches.
Trump has previously minimized concerns regarding AI risks, even as major firms like OpenAI have called for increased oversight. Recently, OpenAI announced the cancellation of its latest AI model, GPT-6.1 Astra, due to safety concerns. Jeannie Paterson from the Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Ethics expressed doubts about the adequacy of self-regulation in the industry.
Additionally, Trump reiterated his support for the expansion of data centers, which are essential for AI operations. This initiative has faced opposition from communities concerned about energy consumption and environmental impacts. A recent Marist Poll found that 65% of registered voters opposed the construction of data centers in their areas. In response, Trump assured that tech companies would work to address community concerns, stating that these firms would contribute positively to local economies.
Following the summit, Trump signed an executive order directing government agencies to use the term "Super Intelligence" instead of "artificial intelligence" in official communications. He argued that the term "artificial" undermines the technology's significance. Some tech leaders have begun adopting this new terminology, although experts have questioned its potential for widespread acceptance.