Techno-polar reckoning: US vs. China
“If war is what the U.S. wants, be it a tariff war, a trade war, or any other type of war, we’re ready to fight till the end,” declared Lin Jian, a spokesperson for China’s Foreign Ministry. This assertive stance was expressed in direct reaction to the Trump administration’s significant escalation of tariffs on Chinese imports, increasing them from 10% to 20%.
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Role of virtual power plants in AI R&D in a technopolar world order
The rise of Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) represents a paradigm shift not only in energy management but also in the trajectory of AI research and development (R&D). As the AI sector grapples with mounting challenges related to its enormous energy demands and carbon footprint, VPPs provide a potential solution by optimizing energy efficiency, stabilizing power supply and integrating renewable sources into AI-powered infrastructures. At the same time, China’s pioneering approach to VPP deployment highlights the increasing fragmentation of technological development, reinforcing the concept of a technopolar world, where geopolitical and economic divides shape the direction of innovation and competition.
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The era when rapid advancements in artificial intelligence took us by surprise has long passed. Today, breakthroughs occur at such a relentless pace that they have become the norm rather than the exception. A few weeks before, the United States reaffirmed its commitment to dominating AI by announcing a $500 billion investment in AI hardware, coupled with the rollback of key AI safety regulations from the previous administration. Meanwhile, China introduced a low-cost, open-source AI model, a development that sent shockwaves through the industry, erasing billions from the market value of American AI companies. At the same time, Sam Altman unveiled OpenAI’s roadmap for 2025, detailing upcoming releases of GPT-4.5 and GPT-5, models anticipated to significantly advance reasoning and decision-making capabilities.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s return to office has led to the swift enactment of executive orders and regulatory shifts. Key actions include the withdrawal from the Paris Climate Accord, the termination of birthright citizenship and initiatives to promote blockchain networks and dollar-backed stablecoins. These measures signal a broader effort to reshape United States policy across economic, technological and geopolitical domains.
On Jan. 21, 2025, United States President Donald Trump announced an unprecedented wave of investments in artificial intelligence (AI), marking a historic milestone in U.S. technological advancement. Trump declared a record-breaking $500 billion commitment to a coalition of AI companies, labeling the initiative “Stargate” and proclaiming that the U.S. was entering a new “golden age” during his second term. The announcement, titled “Stargate,” echoed the symbolism of past grandiose projects, such as President Ronald Reagan’s “Strategic Defense Initiative” (SDI), famously known as “Star Wars,” which aimed to challenge the Soviet Union during the Cold War era.
The Trump Effect What’s Next for Technology and Politics
The Future of AI Policies in the US And Implications for Türkiye
What are Trump and Harris’ positions on AI? How might each of their policies influence the United States’ role in AI development and regulation on the international stage? How Should Türkiye Respond to Respective Policies?
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Artificial Intelligence Arms Dynamics | The Case of the U.S. and China Rivalry
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has undergone rapid evolution, not only by penetrating every aspect of our life but also by transitioning from theoretical concepts to foundational components of modern military strategy. This book focuses into the heart of this evolution, focusing on the escalating AI arms rivalry between the U.S. and China. Drawing upon Barry Buzan’s theoretical frameworks, this book aims to analyze if there is an AI arms race between the U.S. and China as a part of the ongoing great power competition.
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This analysis delves into the intricate relationship between AI, its energy consumption, and environmental security. By examining current research and integrating new analytical insights, this analysis seeks to underscore the urgent need for sustainable AI development and the establishment of international regulatory frameworks to mitigate its environmental impact.
When Apple incorporated Siri into its systems in 2011, it was considered a milestone in Artificial Intelligence (AI) development. This achievement marked the culmination of extensive research and development in natural language processing (NLP) and voice recognition technologies, demonstrating significant advancements in making AI more accessible and user-friendly to everyday consumers.
