Trump dismisses AI risk warnings as ‘very negative forces’ in China race

On Sunday, U.S. President Donald Trump played down the rising alarm bells about artificial intelligence and said that the exaggerated concerns could hamper America’s race against China as worldwide AI investments are expected to cross the $1 trillion mark this year.

While speaking at his golf club in Doonbeg, Ireland, Trump took the side of the “go faster” argument in the ongoing debate that is currently taking place in Washington and the AI sector. The key issue for the market, however, is whether speed strengthens America’s position in the race or leads to the emergence of new safety, financial, and fragmentation risks in the global AI industry.

‘Whoever wins AI wins’

Trump was asked if he believes AI needs less aggressive development or stricter regulation. He agreed with the possibility of regulations but expressed that he believes the people warning about the repercussions of AI coming is unwarranted.

“Whoever wins AI wins.” — Donald Trump

His statements correlate with the AI Action Plan launched by the White House in July 2025, where more than 90 federal actions were proposed to facilitate further innovation, growth of infrastructure, and the strengthening of the position of the U.S in the AI race.

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