Deadlock Increases Regarding Artificial Intelligence: US and China at Odds
Information Not Given in Detail: US-China Talks on AI Raise Concerns

The tension between the US and China regarding artificial intelligence (AI) has escalated following a recent meeting in Geneva. US officials have expressed concerns about China’s alleged misuse of AI, while Beijing has criticized America for imposing sanctions and pressure. The closed-door talks between high-level representatives focused on the risks associated with AI and ways to manage them.

This deadlock in AI discussions adds to the existing standoff between the two countries on various issues. National Security Council spokeswoman Adrienne Watson described the discussions as “candid and constructive,” with both sides exchanging their approaches to AI security and risk management. Beijing also acknowledged the exchange of views as being in-depth, professional, and constructive.

The first talks on AI between the US and China were a result of a meeting between President Joe Biden and Xi Jinping in San Francisco last November. While the US has expressed concerns about the misuse of AI, particularly by China, detailed information about the nature of this abuse was not provided. Some US lawmakers have raised concerns about China potentially supporting the use of AI-deepfakes for political disinformation.

The increasing deadlock regarding artificial intelligence highlights the growing tensions between the US and China on technological and security issues. The outcome of these discussions could have significant implications for the future of AI development and regulation on a global scale.