**Divergent Views on AI Safety Emerge from Tech and Political Leaders**
Conflicting perspectives on the future and regulation of Artificial Intelligence have surfaced from key figures in the tech industry and politics.
An **Anthropic co-founder** has reportedly told the BBC that a mandatory “kill switch” for AI may be necessary, suggesting a cautious approach to managing advanced AI systems.
In contrast, **US President Donald Trump** has dismissed calls to slow the development of AI. He characterized claims of AI “taking over the World” as a “HOAX,” indicating a desire to accelerate innovation without significant regulatory intervention based on existential risk concerns.
