A shift in terminology and a new task force are underway as the United States government responds to the rapid development of artificial intelligence.
From AI to SI: A Name Change and Its Rationale
The change from Artificial Intelligence
to Super Intelligence
stems from a belief that the current terminology no longer adequately reflects the technology’s capabilities, News18 Telugu reported. On September 30, 2026, President Trump issued an executive order mandating the use of SI or Super Intelligence in all official U.S. government documents, transactions, and federal agency papers, replacing AI or “Artificial Intelligence.” Prior to this announcement, the President held a high-level meeting at the White House with CEOs and representatives from Open AI, Meta, Anthropic, Nvidia, SpaceX, Google, and other tech giants on September 30, 2026. iDreamPost detailed that the President described the meeting as an extraordinary gathering of minds partnering to move the US economic and technological sectors toward a new golden age.
Slovenia’s .si Domain Sees Surge in Registrations
The shift in nomenclature has already had an unexpected consequence: a dramatic increase in registrations for the .si domain, belonging to Slovenia, NewsBytes Telugu reported. Klara Herman, a representative of Registry SI, noted that while Trump’s executive order was a contributing factor, it wasn’t the sole cause. Web hosting company Hostinger also observed a significant surge, reporting around 4,300 new registrations on September 30th and 5,400 on October 1st, reminiscent of the demand for the .ai domain during the growth of artificial intelligence.
The Super Intelligence Force: Composition and Mandate
Alongside the name change, President Trump announced the creation of the Super Intelligence Force (SIF) dedicated to coordinating federal efforts in advanced AI development. Andhrajyothy reported that the SIF aims to maintain American leadership in the field and safeguard U.S. interests. Led by National Intelligence Director J. Clayton, Trump announced the SIF in a Truth Social post on October 5, 2026, stating it would coordinate government-level efforts to advance cutting-edge AI.
Concerns and Ethical Considerations
The moves come amidst growing concerns about the potential risks of AI, prompting a voluntary agreement among tech companies to prioritize ethical considerations. Trump revealed that all parties signed an ethically binding agreement to protect society from the dangers AI presents.
Next Steps: A 120-Day Review
The SIF is tasked with submitting a report to the President within 120 days, outlining potential risks and benefits of Super Intelligence. Eenadu reported that the force will consult with various stakeholders, including the tech industry, social service organizations, and spiritual groups. News18 Telugu reported that tech leaders reaffirmed their commitment to prioritizing safety and innovation during the White House meeting. The SIF will also review violations of regulations, hacking incidents, and other potential threats. Trump stated that the new technology is greater than both the industrial revolution and the internet revolution, and that he believes it will raise the U.S. economy and the global digital sector to new heights.
The establishment of SIF followed a meeting on September 29, 2026, between President Trump and key figures including Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, Sundar Pichai, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, and others. The meeting focused on maintaining U.S. competitiveness against China in the global tech race and balancing safety with innovation, as Abplive noted.