Politics● ElevatedAug 16 · Aug 16, 2026, 4:00 AM
US to tell partners to pick side in AI race with China
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from thecourier.com.au · Australia
The US intends to urge its allies to align in the global competition for artificial intelligence dominance against China. This reflects growing geopolitical tension and strategic technological rivalry.
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