A growing debate over the rapid development of artificial intelligence has intensified after senior figures in the technology industry called for greater caution and stronger safety measures.

Anthropic chief executive Dario Amodei has urged companies working on advanced AI systems to slow the pace of development and improve safeguards. His position has received support from other major technology leaders, including OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman and xAI chief Elon Musk.

The discussion has gained attention following reports about advanced AI systems being used in increasingly complex activities, including cyber related operations. These developments have renewed concerns about how powerful AI models could be controlled and how they might be misused.

The debate has also reached the political level. In the United States, there is a growing discussion about how to balance AI safety with the need to maintain technological leadership. China has criticised calls for restrictions, arguing that such measures could be used to limit its technological progress.

Governments and technology companies are now facing increasing pressure to establish stronger safeguards while continuing research and development.

The issue is expected to remain a major part of international discussions as countries compete to develop advanced AI while also trying to address the possible risks associated with the technology.