The race for Artificial Intelligence dominance is on, and a crucial hearing is underway. The House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party convened on June 25th at 9 a.m. ET to discuss the critical issue of “Algorithms and Authoritarians: Why U.S. AI Must Lead.”

This timely hearing addresses the escalating competition in AI development and deployment, particularly the potential for authoritarian regimes to leverage AI for surveillance and control. The committee is exploring strategies to ensure the United States maintains its technological edge and utilizes AI responsibly while mitigating potential risks. The discussion promises to be a vital examination of the ethical, economic, and geopolitical implications of AI leadership.

Stay tuned for updates and analysis as the hearing progresses and its implications unfold.