David Sacks stories

Sep 12, 2026

Anthropic and OpenAI CEOs call for AI development slowdown as Trump adviser rejects regulatory concessions

The CEOs of Anthropic and OpenAI have publicly called for slowing down AI development amid safety concerns, with OpenAI delaying its IPO. Former Trump AI czar David Sacks responded by telling the companies they can slow down voluntarily but should not seek antitrust waivers or regulatory approval in return, while Russia rejected the slowdown proposal.

Sep 12, 20264 sources

May 21, 2026

Trump Cancels AI Executive Order Hours Before Signing, Citing China Competition Concerns

President Donald Trump called off plans to sign a new artificial intelligence executive order just hours before a scheduled White House ceremony, expressing concerns that it could weaken the U.S. competitive position against China. Former Trump AI czar David Sacks had raised concerns that voluntary reviews in the draft order could become mandatory.

May 21, 20263 sources