Actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt weighs in on threat of AI superintelligence 07:14

‘AI doesn’t have to be this way’: Joseph Gordon-Levitt urges ban on ‘superintelligence’ The actor told MSNBC’s Stephanie Ruhle that the new technology “is not about tools for helping people.”

Nov. 7, 2025, 3:22 PM EST

By Allison Detzel

Actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt has urged lawmakers to prohibit the development of artificial “superintelligence” until it is safe and enjoys broad public support. Gordon-Levitt was among the more than 88,000 faith leaders, business leaders, creatives and scientists to sign a letter demanding a ban on the technology.

The letter reads:

Innovative AI tools may bring unprecedented health and prosperity. Alongside tools, many leading AI companies have the stated goal of buil

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