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Deciphering China’s AI Dream

The context, components, capabilities, and consequences of China’s strategy to lead the world in AI

Jeffrey Ding

Future of Humanity Institute, 2018

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According to a State Council plan released in July 2017, China intends to lead the world in artificial intelligence (AI). China watchers and technology watchers alike have been asking why, how and whether China can make good on this promise. University of Oxford researcher Jeffrey Ding weighs in with a thorough, insightful report on China’s AI program – its strengths, weaknesses, context and prospects. getAbstract recommends Ding’s comprehensive account to those with an interest in China’s tech future or in the geopolitics of AI.

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China has set a national strategy to become the global leader in artificial intelligence (AI).
China’s interest in AI centers on economic benefits and AI’s potential role in social stability.
Many different players with varying interests are pursuing AI development in China.

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Jeffrey Ding, a researcher for the Future of Humanity Institute at the University of Oxford, specializes in China’s approach to strategic technologies.

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