# Obama Warns AI Could Be Dangerous | Johannesburg News

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Published: 2026-09-13T09:43:47+00:00
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Former President Barack Obama is sounding the alarm on artificial intelligence, warning it could be dangerously out of control if we don’t act fast. Speaking at a private fundraiser, he urged Democrats to seize the moment—especially if they regain House control—to build policy and public dialogue around AI’s risks. He called for presidential candidates in 2028 to make AI a central issue with clear plans for safety and economic impact. The urgency isn’t just political: top AI researchers, including Anthropic’s CEO, warn of existential threats if progress isn’t responsibly managed—and even tech giants like OpenAI and xAI are now calling for a pause on developing more powerful models. The race to shape AI’s future is heating up across government, industry, and academia. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.sowetan.co.za/news/world/2026-09-13-obama-voices-caution-on-ai-urges-democrats-to-tackle-it-nyt-says/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/616c9fdef89200cd Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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