Palo Alto Networks CEO argues against slowing AI development, downplays extinction risk

Sep 24, 2026

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Nikesh Arora, CEO of Palo Alto Networks, believes it is unrealistic to slow down AI development, as companies will continue to innovate at different paces. He also stated that the likelihood of AI causing human extinction is extremely low, emphasizing the importance of safety measures in AI deployment.

Nikesh Arora expressed that slowing AI technology is unrealistic, as companies will not uniformly pace their development efforts. He noted that some will continue to push boundaries regardless of calls for caution.
His comments come amid a debate in the AI community, with some researchers claiming a significant risk of AI leading to human extinction, while others, including industry leaders, advocate for responsible development without regulatory delays.
Arora criticized the notion of a slowdown as a tactic to gain regulatory sympathy, suggesting that responsible developers should focus on safety rather than seeking liability protections.
He stated that the probability of AI wiping out humanity is extremely small and emphasized the need for proper safety measures in AI systems.
The discussion also touches on the need for global coordination in AI development, particularly between the U.S. and China, amid ongoing tensions over technology competition.
Arora highlighted the challenge of achieving consensus among U.S. politicians and executives on AI goals before seeking international cooperation.

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Palo Alto Networks CEO argues against slowing AI development, downplays extinction risk

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