Trump’s AI chief’s big Iran warning gets big time ignored

David Sacks, a billionaire and AI advisor to Donald Trump, publicly urged the former president to seek a way to de-escalate the conflict with Iran, citing potentially catastrophic scenarios including attacks on critical infrastructure and even the possibility of nuclear war. Sacks outlined these concerns on his podcast, 'All In,' highlighting the risks to global stability and the potential for a wider conflict. However, his warnings seem to have fallen on deaf ears, as Trump has continued to escalate tensions, openly discussing potential military action and dismissing Sacks' concerns. Sources close to the White House suggest Trump is unlikely to heed Sacks' advice, mirroring a pattern of dismissing former allies. The situation highlights the precarious balance between technological interests, political ideology, and Trump's unpredictable decision-making, potentially jeopardizing both the tech industry and global security.

(Source：The Verge)