Google CEO Sundar Pichai believes China will lead AI, US needs to work with the Chinese companies

In a candid revelation at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation conference in San Francisco, Alphabet Inc.’s CEO, Sundar Pichai, expressed his anticipation for China to take the lead in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI). Pichai emphasized the necessity for the United States to engage in collaborative efforts with China, not only in terms of AI regulation but also in fostering innovation. Speaking in an on-stage interview with Bloomberg’s Emily Chang, Pichai lauded the remarkable scale of AI developments in China, stating, “In some ways, China is going to be at the forefront of AI, and that’s a given.” He stressed the importance of a robust working relationship between the two nations, asserting that sustained progress in AI requires deep dialogue between China and the United States. Pichai drew parallels between the collaboration needed for AI and the global cooperation on climate change. He highlighted the interconnected nature of the internet, explaining that if something goes awry with AI technology in one country, it affects everyone online. The CEO argued that all countries have an incentive to ensure the safety of artificial intelligence. As executives from major corporations engage with leaders at the APEC CEO Summit, Pichai’s remarks underscore the significance of fostering international cooperation in the AI landscape. The CEO noted that discussions between China and the US on AI are integral to the long-term advancement of the technology. On another note, Pichai shed light on Google’s upcoming project, Gemini, a substantial language model trained on extensive datasets designed to compete with cutting-edge models in providing natural language responses. Pichai expressed his excitement for the innovation on the horizon and emphasized the company’s focus on releasing the initial version of Gemini promptly, with more technically advanced versions to follow. “I am extraordinarily excited for innovation coming ahead. We built the company for this moment,” Pichai stated, emphasizing Google’s preparedness for the evolving landscape of AI technology. (With input from agencies)