South China Morning Post · 19 Oct, 13:00 · Artificial Intelligence briefing

US, China should learn from Cold War-era arms control on AI: ex-US official

A former US official advocates for the United States and China to adopt Cold War-era arms control frameworks to govern artificial intelligence development.

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A former US official advocates for the United States and China to adopt Cold War-era arms control frameworks to govern artificial intelligence development. The proposal suggests that establishing mutual restraint mechanisms could prevent an uncontrolled technological arms race. This perspective highlights growing international concerns regarding AI safety and geopolitical stability. The commentary urges policymakers to consider historical precedents for managing strategic competition. For professionals, this signals that AI governance is becoming a critical component of global diplomatic and business strategy, moving beyond pure technical development into the realm of international relations and regulatory compliance.

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