Trump signs executive order to advance AI innovation

On February 20, 2024 President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at accelerating artificial‑intelligence development in the United States. The order directs federal agencies to streamline regulations, increase funding for AI research, promote public‑private partnerships, and establish a new “AI Innovation Council” to coordinate efforts across defense, commerce, science, and education. It also calls for the creation of standards for AI safety and ethics, and urges faster adoption of AI tools in government operations. Views Nigeria