China bogeyman looms large over American firms’ AI doomsday scenario

American firms are concerned that China may surpass the US in artificial intelligence, a scenario that some experts fear could have catastrophic consequences. This fear is driving calls to slow down AI development, but some leaders disagree, citing the potential benefits of being the first to achieve AI supremacy. The US currently leads China in AI, according to President Trump, who believes that whoever wins the AI race will have a significant advantage. This competition could have significant implications for the global economy and trade.

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China's growing AI capabilities are seen as a threat to US dominance. This perceived threat could lead to increased competition and decreased market share for US firms.

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