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Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Request, AI Diffusion Framework Update, and the Politburo's Study Session on AI

The AI Policy Podcast

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Navigating the AI Budget Landscape

This chapter examines the fiscal year 2026 budget request concerning federal funding for artificial intelligence and basic research amid broader funding cuts. It highlights the maintained support for AI through the National Science Foundation, raises concerns about the implications for training future talent, and discusses international competitiveness, particularly with China. The chapter also touches on the potential impact of budget decisions on AI policy and safety initiatives.

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