US President Donald Trump has declared that anyone continuing to use the term “artificial intelligence” instead of his administration’s preferred designation, “super intelligence,” would be considered an enemy of the White House.
In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump said the administration regarded the new terminology as more accurate and widely accepted.
“The White House considers anyone that uses the term, ‘Artificial Intelligence,’ as opposed to the highly accepted new and more accurate term, ‘Super Intelligence,’ THE ENEMY!” Trump wrote.
The statement follows an executive order signed on September 29 directing federal agencies to replace references to artificial intelligence, or AI, with “super intelligence,” abbreviated as SI, in official communications, government websites, reports and policy documents.
The administration has presented the terminology change as part of a broader effort to promote advanced technology and strengthen American leadership in the sector.
Under the order, federal departments must adopt the new designation where legally permitted, while the White House science and technology adviser has been tasked with developing proposed legislation addressing the terminology in federal law.
The administration has also established a Super Intelligence Force to coordinate government policy on the technology.
Trump’s initiative has attracted support from some prominent technology executives. Elon Musk announced plans to rename his company’s artificial intelligence division SpaceXSI, reflecting the administration’s preferred abbreviation.
However, the term “superintelligence” already has an established meaning in technology research, generally describing intelligence that exceeds human capabilities across a broad range of activities.
The executive order applies to federal government terminology and does not establish penalties for private individuals, companies or journalists who continue using the term artificial intelligence.
