Chasing an Economic Boom, White House Dismisses Risks of A.I.

It was early November, and the stock market had grown jittery as investors recoiled anew over the enormous bets the nation's largest technology companies had placed on artificial intelligence.

But the skittishness playing out on Wall Street that day barely registered at the White House. Asked whether he harbored any fears about an emerging bubble, one that could damage the economy if it were to pop, President Trump brushed aside all doubts.

"No," he quickly replied, "I love A.I."