fortune.com · 12 Sep, 19:54 · Artificial Intelligence briefing

Trump and Xi Jinping would win Nobel Peace Prize if they make a deal on AI development, Altman says

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Sam Altman, chief executive of OpenAI, recently suggested that US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping could theoretically win the Nobel Peace Prize if they successfully negotiate a comprehensive agreement on artificial intelligence development. The comment highlights the growing geopolitical significance of AI governance. This potential framework aims to establish shared standards and safety protocols between the world’s two largest economies, signalling a shift towards international cooperation in regulating advanced technology rather than competitive escalation.

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