Dancing with Dragons: The Dualistic Dance of AI Diplomacy

Dr Mark van Rijmenam, CSP -

Is it hypocrisy or high strategy? While Eric Schmidt publicly voiced concerns over China's AI ambitions, his private endeavors tell a story of seeking connections within the same realm he critiqued.

This paradox captures the essence of international relations in the age of AI, where geopolitical rivals like the U.S. and China remain interdependent despite surface-level antagonisms.

Schmidt's engagements in Beijing, juxtaposed against his leadership in the U.S. National Security Commission on AI, underscore a broader theme: AI knows no borders and our approach to it shouldn't either.

As AI technologies continue to evolve, fostering collaborative and transparent international relationships is crucial. Can we afford to isolate talents and innovations based on national lines when global challenges loom large?

Read the full article on Wired.

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