Obama Warns AI Could Be Dangerous If Not Properly Managed

According to CNBC, former U.S. President Barack Obama warned that artificial intelligence could be dangerous if it is not properly managed and urged Democrats to build policy and governance agendas around the issue. The New York Times said Obama made the remarks at a recent private fundraising event and told House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries that Democrats should create a public framework for AI policy if they regain the House in the midterm elections on November 3. He also said candidates in the 2028 presidential race should make AI a central issue with a clear plan to address safety and economic concerns.