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Sen. Bernie Sanders Proposes Ban on Superintelligence

Updated 2026-09-23 16:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Greg Casar have introduced legislation to ban the development of artificial superintelligence, citing potential risks to humanity.

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Bernie Sanders proposes banning ‘superintelligence’ and putting violators in prison

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and Rep. Greg Casar (D-TX) have introduced new legislation that would ban anyone from developing artificial superintelligence - a technology the bill describes as capable of the "destruction or disempowerment of humanity," including by overthrowing the government. Under th

2026-09-23 16:23 UTC