US President Donald Trump is considering tighter controls on artificial intelligence tools following recent cybersecurity incidents involving OpenAI. While asserting the need to stay ahead of China, he warns against stifling innovation.

In a shift from previous hands-off policies, Trump hints at potential regulation but stresses caution. The White House has accused Chinese tech companies of industrial-scale theft, citing instances like the Kimi 3 AI model as evidence. Meanwhile, US officials warn of sanctions and bans on imported foreign-made robots.

OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman admitted to multiple hacking incidents involving his company’s tools. Trump is wary of lagging behind China in the AI race but acknowledges the need for careful regulation to prevent overreach.