Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt said AI posed an "extreme risk" in some scenarios and could be used by states or terrorists with an "evil goal."

Schmidt called for government oversight on private tech companies developing AI models, but warned that too much regulation can stifle innovation

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt warned that Western nations risk falling behind China in AI leadership if they do not prioritize open-source models, emphasizing the need for balanced development amid rising global competition.

The former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Google is worried artificial intelligence could be used by terrorists or "rogue

Eric Schmidt warns Western nations to invest in open-source AI to avoid lagging behind China. Highlighting the cost barriers of closed models, he emphasizes the need for balancing both open and closed systems.

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt called for the development of open-source AI models, as U.S.-based AI firms reassess their model development plans following the entry of China’s DeepSeek R1, which was developed at a fraction of its rivals’ costs.