What AI race? China and U.S. AI are tightly connected
Despite geopolitical tensions, the AI industries of China and the U.S. are closely connected through collaboration and shared cultural values. Researchers from both countries frequently interact, exchanging ideas and innovations that benefit their respective technologies. This interconnectedness challenges the notion of a competitive AI race, as many in the field prioritize technological advancement over political divides.
- ▪The U.S. and China have been the most frequent partners in AI research over the past decade.
- ▪American companies have recruited top Chinese AI talent, fostering collaboration between the two nations.
- ▪Chinese labs have developed advanced models that have influenced U.S. AI technologies.
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| Publication time | Tue, 26 May 2026 16:12:11 +0000 |
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Global Dispatch What AI race? China and U.S. AI worlds are tightly connected Despite geopolitical tensions, Chinese and American AI industries remain intertwined through research networks, collaboration, and a shared cultural identity. By Viola Zhou Viola Zhou is a reporter for Rest of World covering China's tech scene. She is based in New York City. 22 May 2026 Rest of World/iStock Rest of World/iStock By Viola Zhou 22 May 2026 Global Dispatch What AI race? China and U.S. AI worlds are tightly connected By Viola Zhou > Global Dispatch This essay was first published in our Global Dispatch newsletter. Sign up here to get it straight to your inbox. The tech race between the U.S. and China seems to heat up daily.
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