Bill Gates says he'd back a credible plan to slow AI globally, citing a turbulent transition
Kyrannio · x · 2026-11-12
- In a new essay, Bill Gates argues the AI transition "will be one of the most turbulent times in human history," saying the world needs more time to prepare for AI's economic and social disruption.
- His most striking line: "If someone had a credible plan for slowing down AI advances globally, I would likely support it."
- He immediately acknowledges why that won't happen: "The geopolitical and economic incentives are pushing too hard to go full speed ahead."
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