Trump Signs AI Code of Conduct with Tech CEOs

On September 30, 2026, Donald Trump, the President of the United States, signed a new AI code of conduct at the White House, which includes participation from prominent tech leaders such as Mark Zuckerberg (CEO of Meta), Greg Brockman (Co-founder of OpenAI), Jensen Huang (CEO of Nvidia), and Elon Musk (CEO of multiple companies). The document is described as being only 'morally binding' and carries no legal weight, according to Politico.

The signing event proposed the establishment of a ten-member oversight committee to monitor adherence to the code. Zuckerberg characterized the code as a 'starting point, not a final solution,' indicating that further developments may be necessary to address the complexities of AI governance. Critics have already expressed concerns, stating that a code of conduct without enforceable legislation is ineffective and 'toothless.'

Notably, Trump referred to AI as 'Super Intelligence' during the event, reflecting a shift in terminology that may influence public perception and policy discussions. This initiative follows Meta's recent expansion of AI services, including the Muse AI Agent, aimed at small businesses. The implications of this morally binding code for AI practitioners remain unclear, as it does not impose any legal obligations or enforceable standards.