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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Technology
Dan Milmo in Lisbon

Musk’s influence on Trump could lead to tougher AI standards, says scientist

Elon Musk speaks at a Donald Trump campaign rally
Elon Musk is expected to be heavily influential in Donald Trump’s administration. Photograph: Evan Vucci/AP

Elon Musk’s influence on a Donald Trump administration could lead to tougher safety standards for artificial intelligence, according to a leading scientist who has worked closely with the world’s richest person on addressing AI’s dangers.

Max Tegmark said Musk’s support for a failed AI bill in California underlined the billionaire’s continued concern over an issue that did not feature prominently in Trump’s campaign.

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