What happened
US Treasury Secretary Bessent has accused artificial intelligence companies of turning a deaf ear to the concerns of local communities.
He also said the American AI industry is doing an extremely poor job of explaining itself to the public.
Why it matters
The remarks from a top economic official suggest growing official frustration that the AI sector is not addressing social concerns or communicating its impact clearly.
If AI companies continue to ignore community input, they could face increased regulatory pressure and a loss of public trust.
Key facts
The statement was made by US Treasury Secretary Bessent.
Bessent said AI companies disregard the demands of communities.
Bessent described the US AI industry as very bad at explaining itself.
What to watch next
Watch whether AI companies change how they engage with communities and explain their technologies.
Observe if Bessent's criticism leads to further official scrutiny of the AI industry.