Dario Amodei says AI slowdown must occur "without sacrificing commercial advantage"

Anthropic chief executive Dario Amodei said the industry should reduce the speed of artificial‑intelligence development and increase oversight, but any restrictions must preserve business competitiveness. His remarks came as several AI executives, including leaders of OpenAI and xAI, voiced support for broader slowdown and independent review, and followed recent public warnings about the technology’s risks that have sparked market declines and political debate, with the U.S. president dismissing safety concerns and other officials urging mandatory safety mechanisms. The discussion is centered on balancing innovation with potential hazards, making the issue relevant to investors, regulators and policymakers.