TechCheck The Gulf’s AI ambitions, and China backdoor risks 5/13/25
May 13, 2025
Explore the Gulf's ambitious plans to harness AI technology amid escalating chip diplomacy led by President Trump. Discover the complexities of U.S.-China tech ties and the risks associated with Chinese access to Gulf innovations. Delve into the geopolitical implications and data security concerns as the Biden administration works to navigate this intricate landscape.
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Gulf's AI Ambitions Linked to China
- The Gulf states seek to become an AI hub but have deep tech ties to China, including Huawei and Alibaba.
- This creates a risk of a backdoor for Chinese influence despite U.S. chip diplomacy efforts.
AI Diffusion Cuts Both Ways
- The AI diffusion policy aims to spread U.S. AI technology to maintain influence.
- However, this also potentially exposes vulnerabilities by unintentionally aiding China.
Challenges in Containing China's Tech Growth
- Promises, rules, and restrictions have not slowed China's tech expansion.
- Partnerships like DeepSeq could be transformative if kept free from Chinese influence.