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China criticises idea it is in 'malicious competition' over AI

It follows the Anthropic CEO's calls for a slowdown in AI development - but in a way that prevents China from pulling ahead in the race.

BBC World

China has hit out against what it has called "threat narratives" over AI governance and warned against "engaging in confrontation and malicious competition".

It follows Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's calls for a slowdown in AI development - but in a way that prevents China from pulling ahead in the AI race.

Over the past week, industry insiders at the leading US artificial intelligence labs have been warning in extremely stark terms about the potential threat AI poses, with some saying it could wipe out humanity.

He warned of the dangers of "hostile forces" such as foreign intelligence using AI and called for international cooperation.