Experts Discuss China's AI Progress and Challenges Amid US Chip Restrictions

Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis stated that Chinese AI models are now only months behind US counterparts, highlighting rapid progress in China's AI development. However, he noted that true innovation, such as creating new breakthroughs, remains a challenge for Chinese firms. Meanwhile, Chinese AI developers cite US export controls on advanced chips as a significant barrier, leading them to seek alternative access and focus on practical applications rather than cutting-edge research, which American companies continue to pursue.