U.S.-China technology competition

The increasing scarcity of computational resources is now defining China-U.S. AI competition more than algorithmic superiority. 

Insights from William C. Hannas.

Chinese companies have found loopholes allowing them access to technologies the Biden administration has tried to fence off.

With China facing advanced chip and equipment bans from the United States, Singapore is an increasingly attractive place for Asia-based talent to set up AI companies.

Hong Kong’s investments in semiconductors and technology highlight a deliberate strategy to align with China’s objectives while exploiting gaps in U.S. regulations.

In a lecture to China’s top legislative body, a leading computer scientist outlined a national AI strategy focused on developing the real economy and overcoming U.S. tech restrictions. 

The third phase of Beijing’s semiconductor policy aims to learn from past mistakes. As stakes rise, can Xi Jinping secure China’s tech future and cement his political-economic legacy?

Like it or not, the semiconductor industry is globalized. Washington’s strategy must reflect this reality by elevating coordination with democratic partners.

Can China’s push for rapid AI development be reconciled with rising calls for safety guardrails?

And how Washington can save its 21st century economic security strategy.

“Innovations like artificial intelligence and semiconductor technology are expected to be pivotal battlegrounds in this New Cold War era.”