In an interview with The Associated Press on June 16, Huang stated, "We need to create new social norms. I encourage everyone to use AI. Just try it out yourself."
Huang likened the rise of AI to the introduction of automobiles, which were initially seen as a threat to child safety. He explained that society adapted by creating sidewalks and crosswalks to protect children from traffic.
His comments come as communities express resistance to the expansion of AI data centers and fears about job reductions due to AI adoption. Huang argued that AI enables ordinary people to perform advanced tasks, such as creating websites and analyzing complex documents, without needing programming knowledge, thus helping to bridge the technology gap.
Regarding President Donald Trump's proposal for the government to hold equity in AI companies to share the benefits of industry growth with the public, Huang expressed skepticism. He remarked, "I’m not sure what they are trying to achieve. We haven’t discussed that issue." He added, "These are American companies, and their success leads to rising stock prices for many Americans, generating tax revenue and creating jobs."
Huang acknowledged the necessity of regulations and safety standards for AI. He commented on Trump's recent executive order requiring voluntary government review of new AI models, stating, "National security should always be the top priority in any technology."
However, he pointed out the need for clearer guidelines regarding export controls on the latest AI models from Anthropic, saying, "Before establishing export control policies, we need to specifically define what risks we are concerned about."
To enhance the U.S. competitiveness in AI, Huang argued for the expansion of energy infrastructure, noting that AI data centers require substantial power. He stated, "The U.S. is seriously lagging in energy production, and we have suppressed energy production for too long."
When asked about his close relationship with President Trump, Huang responded that he hopes for the success of American presidents and officials, regardless of political affiliation. He said, "We may have differing political opinions, but we should hope for his success because if President Trump succeeds, America succeeds."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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