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US urged to consider military action against China's AGI race

A former White House staffer has urged the United States to consider military and cyber espionage actions to prevent China from achieving Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) first. This call comes as Washington prepares for a potential Chinese breakthrough in AGI development, with the staffer expressing concern over the potential implications. AI

IMPACT This commentary highlights geopolitical concerns and potential policy responses to the race for AGI, suggesting a focus on national security implications.

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US urged to consider military action against China's AGI race

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    US urged to consider military strikes to stop China achieving AGI first Former White House staffer calls for espionage and cyber options as Washington prepares

    US urged to consider military strikes to stop China achieving AGI first Former White House staffer calls for espionage and cyber options as Washington prepares for a potential Chinese breakthrough https://www. scmp.com/news/us/article/33662 84/us-urged-consider-military-strikes-s…