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Barack Obama: ‘I’m Not a Doomer’

GizmodoPublished 36 minutes ago

Former President Barack Obama supports slowing AI development to manage risks without halting progress, emphasizing government action on safety and equitable benefits. He highlights Project Blueprint, led by Jay Carney, to unite AI leaders and lawmakers on policy. Other Democrats, including Kamala Harris, also urge measured regulation to safeguard society while harnessing AI's potential.

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