Scale AI's CEO Alexandr Wang argues that the U.S. must lead in AI development for national security, especially amid rising competition with China. His recent full-page Washington Post ad addressed President Trump, stressing the urgency of winning the AI race, as AI could shape future military capabilities. During a panel at Web Summit Qatar, Wang faced mixed reactions but defended his stance, citing the potential risk of China surpassing Western powers in military applications of AI, particularly if they deploy fully autonomous weapons without human oversight. Wang advocates for U.S.-developed AI models that promote free speech versus China's censorship-driven approach.
"AI is going to fundamentally change the nature of national security," Wang explained, highlighting that he grew up near the birthplace of the atomic bomb.
Wang views it as a race between the U.S. and China, expressing concern that AI could allow China to leapfrog Western military capabilities.
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