State Department directs diplomats to use 'super intelligence' term for AI
The Hill · September 24, 2026Original source ↗
What happened
The State Department instructed its diplomats to refer to artificial intelligence as 'super intelligence' in their communications. This directive follows President Trump's advocacy for the term change, according to a report by The Associated Press.
Why it matters
The terminology change may impact how AI is discussed in official communications and policy discussions.
How this story affects people
How does this story affect you if you are a diplomat communicating on AI policy?
This change in terminology could alter how you frame discussions and negotiations regarding AI on the international stage, potentially affecting the perception and implications of AI technologies in diplomatic contexts.
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