Trump administration pushes 'super intelligence' as new term for advanced AI
Reports indicate the Trump administration has adopted the phrase 'super intelligence' as its preferred label for advanced AI systems, with business leaders reportedly expected to use the term. The shift reframes how government officials and allied executives publicly describe AI capabilities.
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Critics of AI hype argue the rebrand could hand them ammunition, since 'super intelligence' evokes grander, more speculative claims than terms like 'AI' or 'machine learning,' potentially inviting more scrutiny of overpromising. The move also suggests the administration may be trying to shape industry messaging and public perception around AI's capabilities, though its underlying motive is not confirmed.
- The Trump administration reportedly favors 'super intelligence' as a label for advanced AI.
- Business leaders appear expected to adopt this terminology in public communication.
- AI critics may use the grandiose term to challenge industry claims about AI capability.
Source: gizmodo.com, 2026-10-01
Published there as: “If You’re an AI Critic, Trump’s ‘Super Intelligence’ Rebrand Is a Gift”
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