Trump is expected to appoint Jay Clayton as new AI czar: Reports
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Trump is expected to name former SEC chair Jay Clayton as the nation’s AI czar, tasking him with overseeing artificial‑intelligence innovation and coordinating “self‑policing” efforts among tech CEOs, while also retaining his role as U.S. intelligence chief. The appointment signals heightened regulatory focus, likely prompting tighter compliance standards and increased government‑industry collaboration across the AI sector.
US intel chief Clayton may be asked to also oversee AI innovation and development along with “self policing” tech CEOs.