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Odd Lots

The US and China Are in an All Out Race For AI Domination

Jul 22, 2024
Jordan Schneider, founder of the ChinaTalk newsletter, and Kevin Xu, hedge fund manager and tech finance expert, dive into the intense AI rivalry between the U.S. and China. They discuss the strategic importance of AI for national security and economic dominance. The duo examines how Chinese tech is navigating regulatory challenges and how U.S. export controls are shaping the landscape. They also explore emerging AI startups fueling China's innovation and the cultural narratives that influence this competition, all while considering the geopolitical implications of their advancements.
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  • Developing AI models to reflect national identity is crucial for China's cultural and language preservation.
  • US-China competition in AI focuses on economic and military implications, leading to export controls and data restrictions.

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The Significance of National Models in AI Development

Countries like China are emphasizing the importance of developing their own AI models to reflect and codify their national identity, culture, and language. Large language models, like Generative AI, reflect unique cultural nuances in the data sets they are trained on, prompting nations to prioritize having domestic AI models.

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