Trump says he’s calling off widely anticipated order to rein in AI

Fortune·Collin Binkley, Matt O'Brien, The Associated Press

4h ago

·~3 min·5/21/2026·en·0

Quick Take

Trump cancels plans to regulate AI, emphasizing U.S. leadership in technology.

Key Points

Trump prioritizes U.S. technological dominance over regulation.
He believes regulation could hinder progress in AI.
Focus remains on competing with China in tech.

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Why Featured

Trump's decision to cancel AI regulation signals a potential lack of oversight, impacting developers' innovation, PMs' project planning, and investors' risk assessments in the tech landscape.