The Trump administration is pushing to rebrand artificial intelligence as "super intelligence" in official government communications. The State Department ordered diplomats to drop the term "artificial intelligence" in all documents and remarks, following Trump's UN General Assembly speech on September 22. An email sent by Michael Drager instructed the international organizations bureau to make the switch, though it remains unclear whether other agencies followed suit. Trump had argued that the word "artificial" makes intelligence sound fake, and some people in his circle have already adopted the new term.
Experts, however, say the rebrand may not stick. The term "super intelligence" typically describes a system capable of improving itself — something that remains hypothetical. Critics warn the change exaggerates what AI can actually do today. Meanwhile, France brought leading AI executives to the United Nations on September 23 to discuss security risks, particularly the protection of young people from AI-related harms, as global concern over the technology continues to grow.
Concerns about AI's dangers intensified when researcher Jacob Coxon resigned from Anthropic on September 8 to warn that humanity could face extinction within two years if AI progress is not slowed. His former boss, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, supported the message. The Global Centre for the Responsibility to Protect released a report highlighting AI risks linked to atrocity crimes and climate change, noting that AI is already being used in warfare and by mercenary groups for disinformation. Over 200 lawmakers across multiple countries now support an international ban on superintelligent AI.
Italy is preparing for Russian-linked AI-powered election interference ahead of its next general election. Deepfakes targeting Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, including manipulated videos with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, have already circulated online. Italy's National Cybersecurity Agency registered 2,171 attacks in the first six months of 2026 and reported 2.5 billion records exposed on the dark web. Experts warn that AI makes political disinformation cheaper, faster, and harder to detect than ever before.
On a more practical front, Elehear launched its Beyond 2 Pro hearing aid, priced at $799, featuring VOCCLEAR 3.0 AI-powered speech enhancement that improves clarity by 39% in noisy conditions. The device supports real-time AI translation in 20 languages and offers IP67 water and dust resistance. At East Tennessee State University, assistant professor Michelle Sullivan has built an AI-embedded curriculum helping students land marketing jobs by working with real local businesses on websites and strategies using AI tools.
Key Takeaways
- The State Department ordered diplomats to replace "artificial intelligence" with "super intelligence" in all documents, following Trump's UN speech on September 22
- Experts warn the rebrand exaggerates current AI capabilities, as super intelligence typically describes a still-hypothetical self-improving system
- Jacob Coxon resigned from Anthropic on September 8 to warn humanity could face extinction within two years without slowing AI progress
- Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei publicly supported Coxon's warning about existential risks from advanced AI
- Over 200 lawmakers across multiple countries support an international ban on superintelligent AI development
- Italy's cybersecurity agency registered 2,171 attacks in the first half of 2026 and reported 2.5 billion records exposed on the dark web amid Russian AI election interference concerns
- Deepfakes targeting Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, including manipulated videos with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, have already circulated online
- The Global Centre for the Responsibility to Protect flagged AI use in warfare and mercenary disinformation campaigns in its September 23 report
- Elehear launched the Beyond 2 Pro hearing aid at $799, featuring AI speech enhancement that improves clarity by 39% in noisy settings
- Volkswagen will offer N-Dream's AirConsole gaming platform on six 2027 models, with 20 games available through the myVW app for $149 per year
Trump's AI rebrand as super intelligence may not stick, experts say
Trump asked his social media followers to vote on new names for AI, and super intelligence won. Experts say the term usually describes a system that can improve itself and is still hypothetical. They warn the rebrand exaggerates what AI can do today. Some people in Trump's circle have already started using the new term.
Trump orders US diplomats to call AI super intelligence at UN
The State Department sent an email telling diplomats to replace artificial intelligence with super intelligence in all documents and remarks. The order came after Trump's UN General Assembly speech on Tuesday. The email was sent by Michael Drager and obtained by The Associated Press. It is not clear if other State Department offices followed the same rule.
US diplomats told to use super intelligence instead of AI
The State Department ordered its international organizations bureau to use super intelligence instead of artificial intelligence. The email was sent on September 22 by Michael Drager and obtained by The Associated Press on September 23. Trump had told the UN General Assembly that the word artificial makes intelligence sound fake. The change may also affect the name of the AI Force, which could become the SI Force.
State Department orders diplomats to drop term artificial intelligence
The State Department told diplomats to change all references from artificial intelligence to super intelligence. The order followed Trump's speech at the UN General Assembly on September 22. Trump said the new name is more accurate and that AI is not fake. The email was sent by Michael Drager, and it was not clear if other agencies made the same change.
AI security risks take center stage at UN
France is bringing leading AI executives to the United Nations to talk about security risks. The focus includes protecting young people from AI-related harms. French Foreign Ministry spokesperson Pascal Confavreux explained the reason to Fox News Digital. The discussion took place on September 23, 2026.
France brings AI executives to UN for security discussion
French Foreign Ministry spokesperson Pascal Confavreux told Fox News Digital that France is bringing leading AI executives to the United Nations. The goal is to address AI security risks and the protection of young people. The discussion highlights growing global concern about the dangers of artificial intelligence.
ETSU professor uses AI curriculum to prepare students for marketing careers
At East Tennessee State University, assistant professor Michelle Sullivan has created an AI-embedded curriculum to help students get marketing jobs. Students work with real clients like Smash Meals owner Lewis Kizer to create websites and marketing strategies using AI tools. Sullivan teaches students to critically evaluate data and use AI responsibly rather than letting it replace human skills. The program gives students hands-on experience with analytics, social media and website content creation for local businesses.
Italy prepares for Russian AI election interference campaign
Italy is preparing for Russian-linked AI-powered election interference ahead of its next general election. Deepfakes targeting Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, including manipulated videos with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, have already circulated online. Italy's National Cybersecurity Agency registered 2,171 attacks in the first six months of 2026 and reported 2.5 billion records exposed on the dark web. The concern is that AI makes political disinformation cheaper, faster and harder to detect than ever before.
Elehear launches AI-powered Beyond 2 Pro hearing aid
Elehear released its new Beyond 2 Pro over-the-counter hearing aid priced at $799. The device features VOCCLEAR 3.0 AI-powered speech enhancement that improves speech clarity by 39% in noisy conditions and provides 32% faster feedback suppression. It supports Auracast Bluetooth broadcast audio, offers real-time AI translation in 20 languages, and has IP67 water and dust resistance. The lightweight 4.3g receiver-in-canal design is aimed at people with mild to moderate hearing loss.
UN warns of AI risks linked to atrocity crimes and climate change
The Global Centre for the Responsibility to Protect released Atrocity Alert No. 495 on September 23, 2026, highlighting AI and climate change risks to civilians. UN officials called for stronger global AI governance after an Anthropic researcher resigned over concerns about increasingly autonomous systems. AI is already being used in warfare for target identification and surveillance, and mercenary groups are using AI for disinformation campaigns. The UN Security Council held a high-level briefing on AI and international security on September 23.
Governments Urged to Ban Superintelligent AI Before It Is Too Late
Experts say governments must ban superintelligent AI to prevent global security threats. Researcher Jacob Coxon resigned from Anthropic to warn that unchecked AI development could lead to human extinction. Over 200 lawmakers across multiple countries support an international ban. The article calls for a coalition of nations to agree not to develop superintelligence anywhere in the world.
AI Could Threaten Human Survival Beyond Job Loss, Experts Warn
AI researcher Jacob Coxon quit his job at Anthropic on September 8 to warn that humanity could face extinction within two years if AI progress is not slowed. His message gained wide attention and was supported by his former boss, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei. The article highlights growing concern among AI industry leaders about the existential risks of advanced artificial intelligence.
Volkswagen Adds In-Car Gaming With AirConsole for 2027 Models
Volkswagen of America announced on September 23 that it will offer N-Dream's AirConsole gaming platform on six 2027 models including Atlas, Tiguan, Golf GTI, Golf R and ID. Buzz. Players use their phones as controllers while the car is parked. The service includes 20 games and costs $149 per year after trial periods through the myVW app.
Experts Warn China Is Already Using AI to Challenge U.S. Supremacy
Experts Gordon Chang and Leah Siskind say China is using AI to undermine America's global leadership without direct conflict. Their three-part strategy includes extracting knowledge from American AI models, releasing free open-source software to cut costs, and weaponizing AI for cognitive warfare. The experts warn that China bypasses expensive research by using free tools and advanced methods like embodied AI.
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- US diplomats told to use term ‘super intelligence’ not ‘artificial intelligence’ after Trump’s call
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- AI security risks take center stage at UN
- ETSU professor uses AI-embedded curriculum to prepare students for marketing jobs
- Italy braces for Russia’s next front: AI-powered election interference
- Can AI help you hear better? Meet Elehear's latest OTC hearing aid
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- Beyond killer robots: China's real AI threat to America is already here, experts warn
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