Arthur Mensch, CEO of French start-up Mistral AI: 'AI is software. It can be controlled'

Mistral AI CEO Arthur Mensch argues that artificial intelligence should be treated as manageable software rather than an existential threat. This perspective positions the French company against the cautious, doomsday-focused narratives often promoted by major U.S. AI labs. By framing AI development as a standard engineering challenge, Mensch advocates for regulatory approaches that favor industry competition and open innovation over strict precautionary restrictions.