TECH
China Dismisses Calls for AI Development Slowdown as 'Fearmongering'

China's foreign ministry rejected calls from U.S. tech leaders for a slowdown in artificial intelligence development, characterizing the warnings as fearmongering. Chinese officials stated that all groups should work together on AI with openness and inclusivity rather than restricting progress.
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Left-leaning outlets emphasize that China views the slowdown calls as a strategic attempt by the U.S. to impede China's AI advancement and maintain American technological dominance.
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Center outlets report China's dismissal of the slowdown rhetoric as fearmongering while noting the context that American AI executives have called for restrictions due to existential risks.