CHINA COMPETITION

Jul 25 2025TECHNOLOGY

America's New AI Push: Can It Outpace China?

In a move to strengthen America's position in the global tech arena, a former high-ranking lawyer from the Department of Government Efficiency has established the AI Innovation Council. This initiative aligns with President Trump's recent executive actions aimed at loosening regulations on the tech industry. James Burnham, who previously served in a senior role at t...

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Jul 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

Pennsylvania's Big Bet on AI: Who's Investing and Why?

Big things are happening in Pennsylvania. A bunch of tech and energy companies are putting a lot of money into making the state a major player in artificial intelligence (AI). This is all part of a bigger plan to make sure the United States stays ahead of China in the AI game. The event where this was announced was the Pennsylvania Energy and Innovation Summit in Pi...

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Feb 10 2025TECHNOLOGY

Europe's AI Wake-up Call

Get this: Europe is falling behind in the AI race. That's the harsh truth according to French President Emmanuel Macron. He's not mincing words. Europe needs to catch up, and fast. Macron is pushing for an AI agenda. He doesn't want Europe to just use AI. He wants Europe to control its future. Why the rush? Macron believes Europe should be...

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Jan 13 2025BUSINESS

AI Race: Why the U. S. Should Act Now

Imagine a world where artificial intelligence (AI) is as crucial as electricity. That future is closer than you think, and OpenAI wants the U. S. to take the lead. The AI startup recently shared its game plan, saying the U. S. needs serious cash and smart rules to outpace China. It’s all about chips, data, and energy. OpenAI says without quick action, the U. S. might...

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Dec 10 2024BUSINESS

U. S. Approves Microsoft's AI Chip Export to UAE

In a surprising move, the U. S. government has given the green light for advanced AI chips to be shipped to a facility in the UAE operated by Microsoft. This export is part of a significant partnership between Microsoft and a local AI firm called G42, according to reports from Axios. The U. S. is aiming to outmaneuver China in the tech race, specifically in the UAE, ...

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Oct 28 2024POLITICS

President Biden's Balancing Act: AI's Potential and Risks

In the final stretch of his term, President Joe Biden has laid out clear rules for using artificial intelligence in national security. He wants to make sure the US keeps up with competitors like China while also avoiding AI's darker sides, like launching nukes or limiting free speech. The new plan, unveiled by national security adviser Jake Sullivan, isn't just about...

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Senators Back African Trade Deal as China Competition Heats Up

The Senate Finance Committee met recently to discuss extending two important trade programs: the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP). These programs help remove trade barriers for African goods coming into the U.S. AGOA is due to expire next year, while GSP's benefits in the U.S. ended in 2020. Uganda, which was ...

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