The 'Godfather of AI' Warns Time Is Running Out For Congress To Regulate The Technology. He Gave a Specific Window

Geoffrey Hinton is known as the "Godfather of AI." (Credit: Getty Images)

Geoffrey Hinton, known as the "Godfather of AI," said Congress is running out of time to regulate artificial intelligence before losing the ability to do so.

Speaking to lawmakers behind closed doors, Hinton said Congress has "maybe a year, but not much more than a year."