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US voters widely believe Trump and Congress are not adequately addressing AI risks, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

A recent Reuters/Ipsos poll reveals that a majority of US voters perceive both former President Donald Trump and the current US Congress as not taking the risks associated with artificial intelligence seriously enough. The survey indicates a strong public desire for stricter regulations concerning AI development and deployment. Many voters feel that current political leadership is falling short in addressing these emerging technological challenges. This sentiment highlights a significant gap between public concern over AI safety and perceived governmental action. The poll's findings were widely reported across multiple news outlets.

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  • A Reuters/Ipsos poll was conducted
  • Most US voters believe Trump and Congress do not take AI risks seriously
  • Most US voters desire stricter AI rules

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