In an interview with CBS News, Nvidia co-founder and CEO Jensen Huang shared his perspectives on artificial intelligence (AI) and the market dynamics that surround it. Huang strongly disagrees with warnings from AI researchers suggesting that technology could lead to humanity’s extinction in the near future, labeling such claims as unfounded “doomsday narratives.” Huang stated, “2030 is not going to be the end of the world. There is 0% chance that’s going to be the end of the world,” and expressed that scaring people unnecessarily is irresponsible.
Huang’s comments were in response to statements made by former Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon, who had sparked public debate over the risks posed by AI. Despite calls from notable figures for the limitation of AI development, Huang dismissed such predictions as unscientific. Nvidia, which supplies specialized chips crucial for AI models, has seen significant market growth, with a valuation reaching $5.3 trillion. Huang asserted that Nvidia’s success is tied to the safe deployment of products, insisting on responsible development.
Contrary to some lawmakers and industry calls for AI regulation, Huang argues that existing U.S. laws concerning product liability and unauthorized entry provide sufficient oversight. “You have all kinds of liabilities associated with cybersecurity,” Huang said, suggesting that current laws are adequate.
The U.S.-China tech competition is another area of concern. As AI advancements surge, Mr. Trump and others have warned against slowing AI development, which could allow China to gain a competitive edge. Nvidia faces restrictions in selling certain chips to China, but Huang advocates for global competition, stating, “Every single chip company should go and serve the world.” He plans to discuss AI standards with Chinese President Xi Jinping during an upcoming White House dinner.
Huang addressed public unease over data centers in the U.S., acknowledging past missteps in community engagement as data center buildouts expanded. He emphasized that modern data centers are more energy-efficient and contribute to economic growth. “We need to go engage the communities long before we set up the data centers,” Huang said.
On personal wealth, Huang expressed willingness to pay higher taxes if California’s proposed billionaires’ tax is passed. Ranked eighth wealthiest globally, Huang regards paying taxes as both a privilege and a responsibility, not being afraid of taxes but of poverty. He described his journey from dishwashing at Denny’s to leading Nvidia as a realization of the “ultimate American dream.”