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Why are AI’s biggest companies suddenly asking to slow down?

The article explores why leading AI companies like Anthropic and OpenAI are suddenly calling for a slowdown in frontier AI development. For years, the industry's defining characteristic has been a relentless push for speed and capability. However, CEOs Dario Amodei and Sam Altman now warn that AI capabilities are advancing faster than safety controls and understanding, citing risks like autonomous AI systems escaping containment and the potential for recursive self-improvement. They propose "pacing" development to allow safety measures to catch up, not stopping it entirely. Skeptics suggest commercial pressures may also be a factor, as the AI arms race requires enormous and potentially unsustainable investment in compute and infrastructure, with uncertain revenue returns. Furthermore, geopolitical competition, particularly with China, creates a dilemma: slowing down could cede technological leadership. The situation presents a catch-22; coordinated industry slowdowns might violate antitrust laws, while independent slowdowns risk losing competitive ground. Despite the calls for caution, significant economic and political forces continue to push for rapid AI advancement.

cointelegraph23h ago

Why are AI’s biggest companies suddenly asking to slow down?

cointelegraph23h ago

Pay Close Attention to Events on Wednesday: Claims Emerge That U.S. Voting Results May Determine Bitcoin's Fate!

A bill proposing the creation of a U.S. federal government Bitcoin strategic reserve, H.R. 8957 or the "American Reserve Modernization Act of 2026," is reportedly scheduled for a committee vote on Wednesday. Introduced in May 2026, the bill aims to establish a dedicated "Bitcoin Strategic Reserve" within the Treasury Department to hold federally owned Bitcoin, with the Secretary given 180 days to set up secure storage if passed. A separate "Digital Reserve" would be created for other crypto assets. The Treasury would be authorized to sell, exchange, or convert these non-Bitcoin digital assets, with proceeds used exclusively to acquire more Bitcoin for the strategic reserve or to reduce the national debt. The legislation highlights Bitcoin's finite supply and decentralized nature, comparing it to gold as a digital-age asset that could diversify U.S. reserves, potentially strengthening the dollar's global position and national financial resilience. Management and oversight would fall to the Treasury, in coordination with the Defense and Homeland Security departments on security matters. The bill mandates transparency, auditability, and a public "reserve verification" system. If approved by the committee, the bill will advance to the full House for consideration.

cryptonews.ruYesterday 20:56

Pay Close Attention to Events on Wednesday: Claims Emerge That U.S. Voting Results May Determine Bitcoin's Fate!

cryptonews.ruYesterday 20:56

South Korean Investors Seek to Postpone the Start of Cryptocurrency Taxation

South Korean investors are petitioning to delay the planned introduction of a tax on cryptocurrency gains. The petition on a government portal garnered over 51,000 signatures in a month, enough for legislative review. The tax, requiring a 22% rate on annual profits exceeding 2.5 million won (~$1,856), is set to apply to sales, transfers, and lending of digital assets. Petitioners argue the crypto market and tax infrastructure are unprepared, citing financial strain on investors from the market downturn and a 90% drop in operating profits for major Korean crypto firms. They warn the tax could disadvantage new investors, drive traders to foreign platforms, and yield minimal state revenue due to market volatility. The incoming Minister of Economy and Finance confirmed the government's commitment to implementing the tax, with the National Tax Service promising further guidelines by year's end. Authorities have already postponed the tax three times. A separate May petition to abolish it entirely, which quickly gathered 50,000 signatures, was submitted to parliament but saw no action. Recently, the tax authority also mandated reporting of accounts on foreign crypto exchanges, even if the platform is defunct and assets are inaccessible.

cryptonews.ruYesterday 13:40

South Korean Investors Seek to Postpone the Start of Cryptocurrency Taxation

cryptonews.ruYesterday 13:40

A Critical Week Begins for Bitcoin and Altcoins! The Final Draft of the Clarity Act Published, Voting Tomorrow: 'Even Trump Approved It!'

This week is critical for Bitcoin and altcoins, beginning with a procedural Senate vote on the Clarity Act cryptocurrency legislation on September 15. The bill requires 60 votes to advance. Republican senators have released a revised version incorporating Democratic demands, focusing on ethics and conflict-of-interest provisions, particularly regarding former President Donald Trump's crypto-related business activities. Republicans have called this their "final offer," with Senator Cynthia Lummis stating Trump agreed to stringent ethical restrictions. The vote's outcome is decisive. Republicans hold 52 seats and need at least 8 Democratic votes for passage. While Trump's concessions on ethics increase the chance of a deal, Democratic demands for stricter anti-money laundering rules leave the final result uncertain. The week will also feature a Federal Reserve interest rate decision.

cryptonews.ruYesterday 10:35

A Critical Week Begins for Bitcoin and Altcoins! The Final Draft of the Clarity Act Published, Voting Tomorrow: 'Even Trump Approved It!'

cryptonews.ruYesterday 10:35

Next Week's Fed Rate Hike Hinges on Tonight's CPI: The Deciding Factor?

Next week’s Fed rate decision may hinge on a decimal point in tonight’s CPI report. Market consensus expects core CPI to rise 0.2% month-on-month, which would likely keep the Fed on hold. A 0.3% increase could trigger a hike. Divisions within the Fed add complexity: Chair Warsh has signaled low tolerance for inflation, while Governor Waller has indicated openness to holding rates if disinflation continues. Financial markets are highly sensitive. Bond yields, the dollar, yen, and equities are positioned for volatility. Goldman Sachs warns that if data is mild and the Fed still pauses, bond markets may fear a "policy mistake" more than an inflation-driven hike. Major banks predict core CPI clustered around 0.2%, with minor variations carrying significant policy implications. The outcome will reshape expectations for September, October, and December meetings, testing the Fed's data-dependent framework to an extreme.

marsbit09/11 08:49

Next Week's Fed Rate Hike Hinges on Tonight's CPI: The Deciding Factor?

marsbit09/11 08:49

Trump Once Again Promises Americans a $5,000 Stimulus Payment if They Vote for Republicans in the Midterm Elections

Donald Trump has promised to pay every American citizen $5,000 if Republicans maintain control of both the House and Senate after the November midterm elections. He announced this proposal at a GOP gathering in Dallas, calling them "Trump dividends," similar to cash returned to shareholders. This massive stimulus could cost over $1 trillion, raising concerns amid high inflation and a national debt exceeding $40 trillion. Vice President JD Vance quickly sought to scale back the promise, suggesting excluding the wealthiest Americans and noting insufficient funding from tariffs to cover the cost. The proposal comes as Republicans aim to defy the historical trend of the president's party losing seats in midterms. Trump has previously discussed direct cash payments but never so explicitly tied to election outcomes. While some Republicans, like Senator Bernie Moreno, expressed immediate support, the plan faces significant fiscal hurdles. The article also notes Trump's comments on Iran and the growing federal debt, which has reached levels not seen since World War II, further complicating the feasibility of such a large-scale payout.

cryptonews.ru09/10 07:56

Trump Once Again Promises Americans a $5,000 Stimulus Payment if They Vote for Republicans in the Midterm Elections

cryptonews.ru09/10 07:56

Before Massachusetts will permit the construction of any data center, Healey must secure local approval

Before Massachusetts permits the construction of any data center, Governor Maura Healey must secure local approval. An executive order signed on September 8 prohibits state-level construction permits unless the host municipality consents. Developers must first negotiate community benefit agreements meeting state standards, and the order applies to projects with power demands exceeding 25 megawatts. It also bans non-disclosure agreements between state agencies and data center companies to ensure transparency. Several towns, including Shutesbury and Holyoke, have banned the facilities, while others are considering moratoriums. Projects over 25MW must generate their own power, preferably on-site, using 100% clean energy sources or contribute to a new Taxpayer Protection Fund. This aims to prevent data centers from straining the grid and raising electricity costs, as reportedly happened in Lowell where some residents saw bills surge over 50%. The order follows similar tightening of regulations in Texas and New York, amid nationwide concerns about AI data centers' massive energy consumption and long grid connection wait times.

cryptonews.ru09/10 05:16

Before Massachusetts will permit the construction of any data center, Healey must secure local approval

cryptonews.ru09/10 05:16

Germany Seeks to Impose Capital Gains Tax on All Cryptocurrency Transactions

The German Ministry of Finance proposes a major overhaul of cryptocurrency taxation, aiming to eliminate the current one-year tax exemption. Under current rules, crypto assets are private property and profits from sales within a year of purchase are subject to income tax (up to 42%), while assets held longer are tax-free. The new plan would tax all crypto profits at a flat rate of 25%, regardless of holding period, potentially lowering the burden for short-term traders. Losses from crypto could be offset against gains from securities. The rules would apply to assets acquired after January 1, 2027, with automated tax withholding by banks and financial service providers starting in 2028. The ministry expects this to generate up to €350 million in annual tax revenue by 2030, arguing volatile cryptocurrencies should be taxed like capital gains from stocks. This follows similar global trends, with the US IRS proposing to tax staking and mining rewards, while Kazakhstan offered tax exemptions for assets moved to licensed domestic platforms.

cryptonews.ru09/09 14:03

Germany Seeks to Impose Capital Gains Tax on All Cryptocurrency Transactions

cryptonews.ru09/09 14:03

German finance ministry proposes 25% crypto tax starting 2028: report

The German Federal Ministry of Finance has drafted a proposal to apply a flat 25% tax on cryptocurrency trading profits starting from 2028. The new tax rule would apply to all crypto assets acquired after January 1, 2027, according to a report. Assets purchased before this date may be protected under current grandfathering rules, which allow profits from crypto held for over one year to be entirely tax-free. Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil first announced the tax overhaul plans in late April, estimating it could generate approximately 2 billion euros in additional revenue for Germany.

cointelegraph09/09 14:03

German finance ministry proposes 25% crypto tax starting 2028: report

cointelegraph09/09 14:03

South Korea is Gambling Its National Fate Again

South Korea Launches Pioneering "AI for All" Initiative South Korea has embarked on an ambitious, state-funded national project to provide free and unlimited generative AI services to its entire population of approximately 51 million citizens. Dubbed a "social experiment," the plan aims to make AI a public utility, with operational costs covered by the national budget and services integrated into public systems like healthcare, tax filing, and housing applications. The core objectives are threefold: to boost the domestic AI industry by mandating that at least 50% of the service uses Korean-developed foundation models; to enhance public productivity and convenience by lowering access barriers; and to strategically position Korea in the global AI race. A consortium led by major local tech firms (SK Telecom, Kakao, KT) was selected in August to develop and operate the platform, targeting a public launch by year-end. Initial government funding is projected at 250 billion won annually from 2027-2030, covering GPU rental, consortium operations, and ecosystem development. The financial model relies on technical optimizations (like using lighter models for simpler tasks) and may later incorporate advertising or premium service fees. A key performance metric will be whether the saved time for workers translates into actual economic output, addressing a noted "productivity J-curve" where organizational adaptation lags behind tool adoption. Analytically, the move is seen as more than a welfare policy; it's an attempt to democratize access to future "means of production." By providing a powerful public tool, the government hopes to lower barriers for entrepreneurship, enhance individual workers' skills and bargaining power, and ensure a broader distribution of AI's economic benefits. The long-term vision, as stated by authorities, is for "each citizen to have an AI agent" to participate in socio-economic activities. While challenges around cost scalability, labor market adjustments, and platform power remain, South Korea's initiative presents a novel model for other nations considering how to integrate AI as a fundamental public service rather than a private commodity.

marsbit09/09 02:00

South Korea is Gambling Its National Fate Again

marsbit09/09 02:00

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