U.S. Tech Giants Urge Senate to Strengthen AI Infrastructure Amidst China Competition
U.S. tech giants like OpenAI, Microsoft, and AMD advocated during a Senate hearing for boosted AI infrastructure and relaxed export restrictions. They argue it is crucial for maintaining a lead over China, particularly after China's DeepSeek unveiled a competitive AI model globally. Key focus is on spreading democratic AI values.
In a recent U.S. Senate hearing, top executives from OpenAI, Microsoft, and Advanced Micro Devices called for increased infrastructure investment and relaxed export regulations to maintain the United States' lead in the artificial intelligence race against China. They highlighted the urgency following China's DeepSeek release of an advanced AI model that competes with U.S. technology globally.
Microsoft President Brad Smith and his peers emphasized the importance of widespread adoption of U.S. technology worldwide, arguing that democratic values must underpin global AI usage. The discussion comes amid recent U.S. export restrictions on AI chips and concerns over data security, particularly regarding Huawei's technological advances.
Executives stressed the necessity for comprehensive infrastructure plans, spanning more data centers to expanding power stations, to facilitate AI growth. They also called for increased AI education and workforce development, underscoring the critical nature of research and development in staying ahead in the global AI landscape.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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