Jay Clayton to Lead White House Task Force on AI Risks and Benefits

WHO:

Techmeme - Jay Clayton will chair the White House's AI task force.

Cointelegraph - Jay Clayton is the Director of National Intelligence.

WHAT:

Techmeme - The task force is called "Super Intelligence Force."

Techmeme - The task force will produce a report on AI's risks and opportunities.

Cointelegraph - Clayton may also oversee AI innovation and development.

WHEN:

Techmeme - The report is expected to be completed within 120 days.

WHY:

Cointelegraph - The task force aims to address AI risks and benefits.

HOW:

Techmeme - The task force will be led by Jay Clayton as AI czar.

(UPDATED October 4, 2026 00:42 UTC)

Jay Clayton has been appointed to chair the White House's new AI task force, officially named the "Super Intelligence Force." This task force will focus on assessing the risks and opportunities of artificial intelligence, with a report expected to be completed within 120 days. In addition to leading the task force, Clayton may also oversee AI innovation and development efforts.