Observers also expect Beijing to place greater emphasis on artificial intelligence (AI) autonomy in response to potential increased pressure from the US government and its allies signaled by a new White House directive on the technology. I expect it to be deaf.
The Biden administration is advancing U.S. technological leadership against “rivals” such as China, with “adversary threats” mentioned in a national security memorandum released last week.
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Robot dogs take over difficult jobs at Taishan
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Introducing the document in a speech Thursday, U.S. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan specifically mentioned China, saying that bilateral discussions between the two countries will also support Beijing’s continued use of artificial intelligence. The U.S. government’s “deep concerns” about the way it is being used have not been alleviated, he said. “Undermining the security of the United States and our allies and partners.”
He said China is developing a technology ecosystem with digital infrastructure that “leads sensitive data unprotected, enables mass surveillance and censorship, allows the spread of misinformation, and allows state coercion.” “They may be vulnerable to.”
Chen Li, a researcher at Unbound, a Beijing-based think tank, said the memo shows the United States is seeking to counter China’s rise and development in the global race for AI.
“This will strengthen US restraint on China’s development in the field of AI and intensify technology competition between China and the US,” Chen said.