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#us-china-research-competition

Scoop: Anthropic to have peace talks at White House

The U.S. government risks technological disadvantage by blacklisting Anthropic's AI, which could benefit China.

fromThe Verge

19 hours ago

Anthropic's new cybersecurity model could get it back in the government's good graces

Anthropic's relationship with the Trump administration has improved due to its new cybersecurity model, Claude Mythos Preview.

Trump officials negotiating access to Anthropic's Mythos despite blacklist

Anthropic is selectively rolling out Mythos to assess its cyber capabilities with a few organizations, including potential government agencies.

fromTechCrunch

53 minutes ago

Washington DC

Anthropic's relationship with the Trump administration seems to be thawing | TechCrunch

Scoop: Anthropic to have peace talks at White House

The U.S. government risks technological disadvantage by blacklisting Anthropic's AI, which could benefit China.

fromThe Verge

19 hours ago

Anthropic's new cybersecurity model could get it back in the government's good graces

Anthropic's relationship with the Trump administration has improved due to its new cybersecurity model, Claude Mythos Preview.

Trump officials negotiating access to Anthropic's Mythos despite blacklist

Anthropic is selectively rolling out Mythos to assess its cyber capabilities with a few organizations, including potential government agencies.

more#anthropic

#artificial-intelligence

Artificial intelligence

China has 'nearly erased' America's lead in AI-and the flow of tech experts moving to the U.S. is slowing to a trickle, Stanford report says | Fortune

SF politics

At roundtable on AI, members of Congress express angst and fears of 'destruction'

fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

SF politics

Lawmakers Gathered Quietly to Talk About AI. Angst and Fears of 'Destruction' Followed

fromwww.bbc.com

14 hours ago

Artificial intelligence

White House and Anthropic set aside court fight to meet amid fears over Mythos model

5 days ago

Intellectual property law

AI is Raising the Stakes on Intellectual Capital and IP Rights

20 hours ago

Artificial intelligence

White House Chief of Staff to Meet With Anthropic CEO Over Its New AI Technology

China has 'nearly erased' America's lead in AI-and the flow of tech experts moving to the U.S. is slowing to a trickle, Stanford report says | Fortune

China has nearly closed the gap with the U.S. in artificial intelligence performance and leads in patents, publications, and industrial robot installations.

SF politics

At roundtable on AI, members of Congress express angst and fears of 'destruction'

Lawmakers expressed concerns about the implications of artificial intelligence on government data, military actions, and societal impacts during a congressional subcommittee roundtable.

SF politics

Lawmakers Gathered Quietly to Talk About AI. Angst and Fears of 'Destruction' Followed

Lawmakers expressed significant concerns about the implications of artificial intelligence on government operations, military actions, and societal impacts.

fromwww.bbc.com

14 hours ago

White House and Anthropic set aside court fight to meet amid fears over Mythos model

The White House met with Anthropic's CEO to discuss collaboration on AI technology amid ongoing legal issues with the Department of Defense.

fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

5 days ago

AI is Raising the Stakes on Intellectual Capital and IP Rights

Firms implementing AI for knowledge capture will secure competitive advantages through codified expertise.

more#artificial-intelligence

20 hours ago

White House Chief of Staff to Meet With Anthropic CEO Over Its New AI Technology

The White House is engaging with Anthropic to discuss the implications of its new AI model, Mythos, for national security and the economy.

Silicon Valley

7 hours ago

AI startups are shifting the economic center of gravity of San Francisco

San Francisco's tech center is shifting to smaller neighborhoods due to return-to-office mandates and the rise of AI startups.

Wellness

6 hours ago

I visited a members-only tech hub to see the biohacking tricks Silicon Valley founders swear by. It wasn't what I expected.

Biohack Miami's wellness event in San Francisco showcased practical biohacking tips focused on immediate well-being rather than solely on longevity.

fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

22 hours ago

Other Barks & Bites for Friday, April 17: CAFC Reverses District Court Rulings in Penile Implant Patent Case; CJEU Clarifies Scope of 'Pastiche' Copyright Exception; Stanford AI Index Shows Tech Gap Between U.S. And China Nearly Gone

The Federal Circuit reversed a California court's denial of JMOL on trade secret and patent inventorship claims regarding a cosmetic penile implant.

Media industry

The stigma around AI in journalism may be easing, but trust is still fragile

There is a growing acceptance of AI in journalism, despite initial reluctance and a recent controversy over AI-generated content.

Education

fromThe Village Voice

14 hours ago

The Builder Who Never Stopped: From a Childhood Website to Four Companies and the Future of Autonomous AI - The Village Voice

Mateusz Kelner is a young software engineer who has achieved significant milestones in technology and entrepreneurship before turning twenty.

#ai-governance

UK politics

China now AI's good guy' as US takes a wild west' approach, MPs told

China is leading in AI governance while the US pursues profit-driven competition without regulation.

AI cybersecurity capabilities require urgent international cooperation, AI godfather Bengio says | Fortune

Yoshua Bengio emphasizes the urgent need for international cooperation in addressing AI's risks, particularly with the release of Anthropic's Mythos model.

UK politics

China now AI's good guy' as US takes a wild west' approach, MPs told

China is leading in AI governance while the US pursues profit-driven competition without regulation.

AI cybersecurity capabilities require urgent international cooperation, AI godfather Bengio says | Fortune

Yoshua Bengio emphasizes the urgent need for international cooperation in addressing AI's risks, particularly with the release of Anthropic's Mythos model.

Nvidia: Jensen Huang Says We Should Be Selling Chips to China

Nvidia's CEO argues for allowing chip sales to China to prevent loss of market share and revenue for American companies.

Jensen Huang explains why Nvidia invests in tons of companies, instead of trying to pick winners

Nvidia invests in numerous tech companies to support innovation rather than picking winners, reflecting its own history of unexpected success.

Jensen Huang says it's 'lunacy' to compare selling chips to China to selling nukes to North Korea

Nvidia's CEO defends selling advanced chips to China, opposing Anthropic's CEO's nuclear weapons analogy.

AI Could Democratize One of Tech's Most Valuable Resources

Nvidia faces potential competition as startups like Wafer optimize AI code for various chips, challenging its dominance in AI hardware.

from24/7 Wall St.

Nvidia: Jensen Huang Says We Should Be Selling Chips to China

Nvidia's CEO argues for allowing chip sales to China to prevent loss of market share and revenue for American companies.

Jensen Huang explains why Nvidia invests in tons of companies, instead of trying to pick winners

Nvidia invests in numerous tech companies to support innovation rather than picking winners, reflecting its own history of unexpected success.

Jensen Huang says it's 'lunacy' to compare selling chips to China to selling nukes to North Korea

Nvidia's CEO defends selling advanced chips to China, opposing Anthropic's CEO's nuclear weapons analogy.

AI Could Democratize One of Tech's Most Valuable Resources

Nvidia faces potential competition as startups like Wafer optimize AI code for various chips, challenging its dominance in AI hardware.

This Tech Investor Hasn't Touched a Laptop or Desktop Computer Since 2010. Here's Why.

Keith Rabois has operated without laptops since 2010, using only mobile devices for increased focus and productivity.

Productivity

Should you attend a conference if you're not speaking?

Attending a conference without a speaking role can be beneficial depending on personal goals, networking opportunities, and learning experiences.

fromTechCrunch

20 hours ago

Sources: Cursor in talks to raise $2B+ at $50B valuation as enterprise growth surges | TechCrunch

Cursor is nearing a funding round of at least $2 billion, with returning investors Thrive and Andreessen Horowitz expected to lead the financing at a $50 billion valuation. The deal terms are not final and may still change.

Venture

Information security

fromHarvard Gazette

19 hours ago

Time for government, business leaders to figure out AI cybersecurity regulation - Harvard Gazette

Agentic AI poses both opportunities for cybersecurity and risks to personal data, economy, and national security, necessitating regulation by leaders.

Environment

A U.S. state just banned big AI data centers. Here's why it might not be the last

Maine has enacted a temporary ban on large data centers to assess their environmental and energy impacts before allowing construction.

Philosophy

fromApaonline

The Paradox of China's Crypto Regulation and Capital Going Global (Part 2)

China's crypto capital expands globally despite domestic regulatory tightening, focusing on infrastructure and sovereign digital currency rather than token-based financialization.

Startup companies

fromTechCrunch

Exclusive: Loop raises $95M to build supply chain AI that predicts disruptions | TechCrunch

Loop uses AI to provide predictive and prescriptive solutions for supply chain management, securing $95 million in Series C funding to expand operations.

Is the Trump-Xi Summit the Key to Resolving Global Conflicts?

The upcoming summit between Trump and Xi Jinping presents an opportunity for U.S.-China cooperation to address global conflicts and economic issues.

fromTechRepublic

European startups

Trump Eyes Sweeping Expansion of China Tech Ban Across Critical Infrastructure

The White House is considering expanding the ban on Chinese equipment for critical infrastructure, impacting telecom networks and data centers.

World politics

fromThe Cipher Brief

Is the Trump-Xi Summit the Key to Resolving Global Conflicts?

The upcoming summit between Trump and Xi Jinping presents an opportunity for U.S.-China cooperation to address global conflicts and economic issues.

fromTechRepublic

Trump Eyes Sweeping Expansion of China Tech Ban Across Critical Infrastructure

The White House is considering expanding the ban on Chinese equipment for critical infrastructure, impacting telecom networks and data centers.

more#us-china-relations

US Elections

'Science needs defending': record number of researchers run for office in US mid-terms

An unprecedented number of US scientists are running for office in response to political actions affecting research funding and science policy.

6,000 Meters Under the Pacific, Japan Seeks Independence From China on Rare Earths

The Minamitorishima operation, conducted with the scientific deep-sea drilling vessel Chikyu, represents the world's first attempt to sample at such depths.

Science

Higher education

fromCornell Chronicle

April 24 event celebrates 20 years of China and Asia-Pacific studies | Cornell Chronicle

The College of Arts & Sciences will celebrate the 20-year anniversary of the Cornell Levinson Program in China and Asia-Pacific Studies on April 24.

US news

fromwww.npr.org

The Labor Department wants to teach you to use AI more. Here's what we found

AI literacy course aims to empower individuals by teaching practical AI skills to enhance personal and professional productivity.

Growth hacking

fromEntrepreneur

Why the Quietest Voices Often Build the Best Startups

Founders should focus on the quiet strengths within their teams to build resilient companies.

#ai

Software development

I'm the CTO of a startup. Software engineering has changed so much that we've changed our hiring process.

fromTNW | Insights

Artificial intelligence

Nvidia's Jensen Huang warns DeepSeek running on Huawei chips would be 'horrible outcome' for America

Venture

Manycore, the first of the Hangzhou 'Little Dragons' to go public, pushes 'spatial intelligence' as the next wave of AI development | Fortune

European startups

I've lived in China for over 10 years and saw the OpenClaw craze unfold. The West needs to keep up.

Exclusive: Eigen raises a seed round from Benchmark to build the world's first 'mutual friend' | Fortune

AI's impact on social connection is concerning, as shared cultural experiences diminish and hyper-personalization may exacerbate loneliness.

fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence

Anthropic's Amodei meets Wiles and Bessent at the White House over Mythos access and Pentagon standoff

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei met with White House officials to discuss access to the AI model Mythos amid a standoff with the Pentagon.

Software development

I'm the CTO of a startup. Software engineering has changed so much that we've changed our hiring process.

AI coding agents have transformed software engineering, changing hiring practices and the skills required for engineers.

fromTNW | Insights

Nvidia's Jensen Huang warns DeepSeek running on Huawei chips would be 'horrible outcome' for America

DeepSeek's optimization of AI models for Huawei chips poses a significant threat to US technological dominance.

Manycore, the first of the Hangzhou 'Little Dragons' to go public, pushes 'spatial intelligence' as the next wave of AI development | Fortune

Manycore Tech's IPO marks a significant step for AI startups in Hong Kong, focusing on spatial intelligence for real-world applications.

I've lived in China for over 10 years and saw the OpenClaw craze unfold. The West needs to keep up.

AI tools like OpenClaw are transforming small businesses in China, supported by government initiatives and a growing microeconomy.

Exclusive: Eigen raises a seed round from Benchmark to build the world's first 'mutual friend' | Fortune

AI's impact on social connection is concerning, as shared cultural experiences diminish and hyper-personalization may exacerbate loneliness.

fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence

Anthropic's Amodei meets Wiles and Bessent at the White House over Mythos access and Pentagon standoff

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei met with White House officials to discuss access to the AI model Mythos amid a standoff with the Pentagon.

IBM's government DEI settlement could increase pressure to avoid tech hiring diversity

IBM's settlement with the DOJ dismantles its DEI programs and halts workforce diversification efforts.

Social justice

fromTheregister

IBM pays up under Trump administration's diversity blitz

IBM settled with the US government for $17 million over allegations of violating anti-discrimination requirements in its diversity programs.

Social justice

fromComputerworld

IBM's government DEI settlement could increase pressure to avoid tech hiring diversity

IBM's settlement with the DOJ dismantles its DEI programs and halts workforce diversification efforts.

Social justice

fromTheregister

IBM pays up under Trump administration's diversity blitz

IBM settled with the US government for $17 million over allegations of violating anti-discrimination requirements in its diversity programs.

more#ibm

EU data protection

fromComputerWeekly.com

UK reliance on US big tech companies is 'national security risk', claims report | Computer Weekly

The UK is at risk due to over-reliance on US tech companies for critical infrastructure, impacting national security.

Tech industry

from24/7 Wall St.

Intel Climbs 5%: Landmark Google Partnership and Geopolitical Tailwinds Fuel the Rally

Intel shares are up 5% due to a partnership with Google and strong year-to-date performance.

US politics

5 days ago

The Guardian view on AI politics: US datacentre protests are a warning to big tech | Editorial

Voters across the political spectrum are uniting against big tech's influence, particularly regarding AI datacentres and their environmental impact.

SF politics

fromMission Local

They want to represent S.F. in Congress. Here's how they'd tackle AI, crypto and tech.

Candidates for California's 11th congressional district emphasize tech regulation, with differing views on federal digital currency and the role of tech in government.

fromComputerworld

21 hours ago

UK wants to build sovereign AI - with just 0.08% of OpenAI's market cap

The UK government struggles to invest effectively in national IT champions, with past successes slipping out of UK ownership.

Quantum computers take on health care: light-sensitive cancer drugs win US$2 million contest

A team won a $2-million prize for using quantum computing to develop light-sensitive cancer drugs, but no grand prize was awarded.

Startup companies

Axiom Math's Carina Hong weighs in on the AI talent wars and the advantage of working at a neolab

Neolabs attract AI talent seeking stability in research direction over job security in larger tech companies.

The US Government Will Ask Data Centers How Much Power They Use

"Americans deserve to know how much energy data centers are sucking up and what that's doing to their utility bills. The EIA's mandatory survey is an important first step towards holding data centers accountable, but people are hurting right now."

Environment

Software development

fromInfoWorld

Where will developer wisdom come from?

Agentic coding allows software creation without traditional developer wisdom, relying instead on AI like Claude Code for implementation and problem-solving.

Silicon Valley

fromThe Nation

How Silicon Valley Is Turning Scientists Into Exploited Gig Workers

Silicon Valley's success is deeply rooted in government-funded research, which has been crucial for foundational technologies.

Apple

Apple could win the AI race without running

Apple aims to maintain its high-end hardware sales as AI becomes more integral to consumer technology.

18 hours ago

Scoop: Bessent and Wiles met Anthropic's Amodei in sign of thaw

The White House meeting with Anthropic aimed to address AI technology challenges and explore collaboration opportunities.

Boycott of major AI conference exposes a growing US-China divide

A key Chinese research organization is boycotting the NeurIPS conference due to a policy perceived as excluding Chinese researchers.

The Bezos-Musk space rivalry is shooting for the moon and the winner will not just dominate the cosmos-but the future of AI infrastructure | Fortune

Elon Musk's SpaceX and Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin are competing to dominate lunar missions and AI infrastructure, with high stakes for future moon travel.

Higher education

fromHarvard Business Review

Only one U.S. university ranks in the world's top 10 in STEM. Pfizer's CEO is calling for change | Fortune

Chinese universities are rapidly advancing in research, posing a significant challenge to American and European institutions.

Startup companies

The Challenges of Scaling a Technology for Social Good

Access to safe sanitation is critical for over three billion people, impacting public health, gender equity, and economic development.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Lawmakers Question Publish-or-Perish Culture of Research

Federal lawmakers are addressing research fraud and integrity issues in scientific publishing, highlighting the flawed incentive structures in the industry.

Inside NTT Research's push to commercialize deep tech

NTT Research is evolving to balance long-term scientific discovery with market-driven commercialization through its NTT Research 2.0 initiative.

The Next Scientific Superpower

China is rapidly advancing in scientific research, potentially surpassing the U.S. as a global leader in science.

fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

Stop Telling Yourself China's Patent Boom Doesn't Matter

China's patent system is evolving into a strategic asset for industrial and technological advancement, challenging perceptions of low-quality filings.

China is an innovation powerhouse - but it should do more fundamental research

China's businesses are crucial for innovation, contributing significantly to R&D, but fundamental research investment remains low compared to the U.S.

Science

Can China keep up its extraordinary research growth?

OMG science

fromThe Atlantic

The Next Scientific Superpower

China is rapidly advancing in scientific research, potentially surpassing the U.S. as a global leader in science.

fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

Stop Telling Yourself China's Patent Boom Doesn't Matter

China's patent system is evolving into a strategic asset for industrial and technological advancement, challenging perceptions of low-quality filings.

China is an innovation powerhouse - but it should do more fundamental research

China's businesses are crucial for innovation, contributing significantly to R&D, but fundamental research investment remains low compared to the U.S.

Science

Can China keep up its extraordinary research growth?

The U.S. and Silicon Valley may be running out of time to deal with Taiwan

Taiwan is essential to global technology, producing 90% of advanced semiconductors, and its stability is threatened by China's military actions.

Business intelligence

fromComputerworld

China's use of opensource AI threatens the US lead in AI development, US Commission warns

China's open-source AI strategy creates a competitive advantage that US export controls fail to address.

World politics

Geopolitical tensions are leading China to rethink research collaboration

International research collaboration is evolving in China, focusing on domestic priorities while maintaining global partnerships amid geopolitical tensions.

Why the US needs a unified, mission-based strategy for health innovation

Research investments in the U.S. need to adapt to modern challenges and prioritize innovative approaches for better health outcomes.

fromNextgov.com

Tech bills of the week: Boosting export controls; AI-focused workforce development; and more

Bipartisan senators introduced the MATCH Act to strengthen semiconductor export controls and prevent adversaries from acquiring critical technology.

fromFuturism

21 hours ago

There Are Signs of a Massive AI Backlash

Public outrage against the tech industry's AI focus is escalating, leading to protests and political backlash against data centers and AI development.

2 weeks ago

China is moving faster on next-gen tech. The U.S. is trying to keep up

In recent weeks, China approved the world's first commercial brain-computer interface medical device and unveiled a five-ton class electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft that has already completed a public flight.

Science

22 hours ago

Elon Musk says government checks are the 'best way' to deal with AI job losses experts aren't so sure

Elon Musk advocates for government-issued universal high income to address job losses from AI advancements.

fromNextgov.com

2 weeks ago

Tech bills of the week: Limiting adversaries' access to US tech; and boosting cyber apprenticeships

New legislation aims to strengthen U.S. export controls on sensitive technologies to prevent adversaries from exploiting them for economic gain.

fromFuturism

China Is Rapidly Overtaking the United States as the World's Scientific Superpower

The Trump administration's cuts to science funding threaten US leadership in research and development, allowing China to potentially surpass it.

AI Research Is Getting Harder to Separate From Geopolitics

NeurIPS faced backlash over restrictions on international participants, particularly affecting Chinese researchers, highlighting tensions between geopolitics and scientific collaboration.

Silicon Valley has no monopoly on AI brain power. That's why Demis Hassabis is very happy to stay in London | Fortune

Demis Hassabis emphasizes extreme dedication and planning in achieving goals, advocating for diverse AI innovation centers beyond Silicon Valley.

fromSlate Magazine

One of Silicon Valley's Hottest Companies Is Facing a Revolt-From Its Own Fans

Anthropic's refusal to allow military use of its AI technology has positioned it as a leader in ethical AI development.

1 month ago

China could be the world's biggest public funder of science within two years

China's government research spending is projected to surpass the United States within two to three years, marking a historic shift in global scientific leadership.

#agi

fromThe Cipher Brief

America's AI Strategy Is Fighting the Last War

Washington's AGI strategy risks misdiagnosing AI competition and may weaken America's long-term strategic position.

Tech industry

China lags behind US at AI frontier but could quickly catch up, say experts

fromThe Cipher Brief

America's AI Strategy Is Fighting the Last War

Washington's AGI strategy risks misdiagnosing AI competition and may weaken America's long-term strategic position.

Tech industry

China lags behind US at AI frontier but could quickly catch up, say experts

more#agi

What AI CEOs still don't get about Washington

Congress struggles with tech policy amid lobbying and constituent demands, while companies propose various AI governance strategies.

fromEngadget

1 month ago

The US will send Tech Corps members to foreign countries in its latest push for AI dominance

The Peace Corps launched Tech Corps to deploy AI-skilled volunteers abroad to support agriculture, education, health, and economic development while advancing U.S. AI influence.

fromPoynter

Trump says the U.S. is winning the AI race with China. Here's what experts say - Poynter

The United States holds an advantage over China in AI chips and market control, but China remains close and is quickly narrowing the gap.