South China Morning Post · 12 Sep, 03:00 · Technology briefing

Nvidia says AGI is here. How are China’s top AI labs catching up?

Nvidia has declared that Artificial General Intelligence is currently available, marking a significant shift in technological capability.

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Nvidia has declared that Artificial General Intelligence is currently available, marking a significant shift in technological capability. Concurrently, leading Chinese AI laboratories are accelerating efforts to close the competitive gap with Western counterparts. This report highlights the intensifying global race for AI supremacy, noting how state-backed initiatives and private sector innovation in China are rapidly advancing. For professionals, this signals a critical juncture where geopolitical dynamics directly influence technological adoption and market leadership.

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