Trump to Rename Artificial Intelligence as Superintelligence to Boost US Tech Lead

US President Donald Trump announced plans to officially rename artificial intelligence as "superintelligence" during a meeting with technology leaders in Washington.

He said a formal document would be signed to mark the change, explaining that the term "artificial" does not fully capture the technology's capabilities. Trump indicated the administration would use the abbreviation SI.

"This isn't -- this is extreme intelligence. It's superior intelligence," Trump stated, linking the renaming to efforts to expand technology while preserving US dominance.

Trump praised the gathered executives, suggesting the technology industry could surpass the impact of the Industrial Revolution. He emphasised self-regulation by companies alongside current law enforcement, noting agencies like the Department of Justice and FBI would handle wrongdoing.

Specific new regulations were not detailed, nor were the mechanics of industry self-regulation explained during the remarks.

At the launch of America.gov, a platform consolidating federal information and services, Trump stressed the importance of technology firms acting honestly and maintaining trustworthiness, with government intervention if necessary.

He cautioned against technological collaboration with China that might compromise American secrets, identifying the primary competition as between the US and China.

"We're leading now over China and everyone else, and I want to keep it that way," Trump declared, adding he had limited discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping to protect US advantages.

During the luncheon, Trump noted companies agreed to cooperate more closely with communities hosting data centres, potentially offering energy, education, and financial support to residents.

He claimed these areas have become wealthier with lower taxes but did not provide specific data or locations. Trump warned that difficulty in finding suitable sites might push projects overseas or to different US regions.

When questioned about a potential initial public offering and related safety concerns, Trump said a summary statement of the meeting would be issued but gave no direct answers.