The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy’s representative, Arati Prabhakar, disclosed to the Financial Times that the United States and China might collaborate in the coming weeks to mitigate the risks linked with the rapidly advancing technology.
In her statement to the Financial Times, Prabhakar emphasized, “Everyone now acknowledges that AI represents the most powerful systems. Each nation is preparing to leverage it to shape a future that aligns with its principles.”
She further added, “I am of the opinion that the common ground we can all find is the aspiration for a technology hub that prioritizes security and efficiency.”
These comments highlight a rare instance of cooperation amidst the business tensions between the two global powers. The entire article is available for review.
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