US risks 'very bad position' if it loses AI race, says Trump; dismisses extinction fears

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that the United States could be put in a "very bad position" if it does not lead the AI race, and dismissed concerns that AI could lead to human extinction, saying "No, I don't have any." Trump made the remarks to media at Dallas airport, where the Trump administration also proposed waiving the grace period for H-1B visa holders after job loss.

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he is concerned the nation could be put in a "very bad position" if it does not lead the AI race..Trump administration proposes waiving grace period for H-1B holders after job loss.Asked by the media at Dallas airport whether he was concerned that AI could lead to human extinction, Trump said, "No, I don't have any."