Trump downplays AI concerns as CEOs call for slowing pace

President Donald Trump has downplayed increasing concerns regarding the risks of artificial intelligence, despite calls from industry leaders to slow the pace of development. This push for caution from top lab CEOs has had a direct impact on financial markets, leading to a slump in AI-linked Asian stocks. While technology executives warn of potential dangers, the U.S. President remains dismissive of the alarm surrounding the rapid advancement of AI technology and its associated risks.