Cyber attacks

Trump says AI companies agree to 'self-police'

DW29 September 2026, 23:10 UTCUnited States of America

Donald Trump said the US won't "stifle" the development of AI, which he sees as "bigger than the Industrial Revolution." The agreement comes amid mounting concerns over AI safety after recent hacking incidents.

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