US President Donald Trump has intensified his campaign to rename the widely accepted term 'Artificial Intelligence,' or AI, taking an unusually strong stance against its continued use. In a recent Truth Social post on October 8, Trump declared, "The White House considers anyone that uses the term, 'Artificial Intelligence,' as opposed to the highly accepted new and more accurate term, 'Super Intelligence,' THE ENEMY!"
This forceful statement follows an executive order signed on September 29, 2026, which formalizes his administration's preference for 'Super Intelligence,' or SI. The order directs federal executive departments and agencies to transition away from 'Artificial Intelligence' and 'AI' in their official correspondence, public communications, websites, reports, and policy documents, where permitted by law.
What the Executive Order Means
The executive order's scope is specific: it applies to the federal executive branch. It does not, however, impose a blanket ban on private companies, developers, or individuals using the term 'artificial intelligence.' Existing statutory definitions of AI, previously issued regulations, presidential actions, contracts, grants, and historical documents remain unchanged by this directive.
Distinction Between Preference and Mandate
While President Trump's social media post conveys a strong personal preference and a critical view of those using the AI term, the executive order's legal implications are confined to government communications. It aims to standardize terminology within federal agencies, but it does not dictate language for the broader technology industry or the public.
The move raises questions about how this terminology shift might influence public perception and industry practices. For now, 'artificial intelligence' remains the established term across much of the technology sector, and it remains to be seen if the administration's preferred 'Super Intelligence' will gain wider acceptance beyond federal circles.