Midland Group Seeks Regulation of AI Use Amid Concerns Over Global Impact
A new group called 'Midland of Tomorrow' has been established in Midland, Texas, to address concerns about the local use of artificial intelligence (AI). Founded by Eliel Rosa of Nehemiah220 Ministries, the group aims to regulate AI use in the city and highlight its negative effects globally. This initiative follows the approval of an AI data center in Midland and broader national discussions on AI's role in warfare and comments from tech leaders like Elon Musk. The group includes various community figures, such as John Bohacek, a pastor who views AI as a spiritual challenge, and Steven Sierra Alcabes, a process engineer officer who emphasizes the importance of human connections. The group plans to expand its efforts by conducting interviews with local residents and organizing a town hall meeting in May.