Industry titans have issued a warning about the threat artificial intelligence poses to humankind, describing it in apocalyptic terms. Despite this, GOP leaders are hesitant to adopt new AI safeguards quickly.

Speaker Mike Johnson, a Republican from Louisiana, has dismissed the idea of swift action on new regulations for the rapidly evolving technology.

Further details on the warning and the response from GOP leaders are available from the source, including statements from those involved in the discussion on AI regulation.