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U.S. Lawmakers Propose Manhattan Project for Artificial General Intelligence to Surpass China’s Advances

Nov 27, 2024, 07:16 PM

U.S. lawmakers are advocating for a new initiative reminiscent of the Manhattan Project to develop advanced artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, aiming to surpass China's progress in the field. This proposal has gained traction following the annual report from the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission, which identified the pursuit of artificial general intelligence (AGI) as its top recommendation. The commission's report suggests that Congress should establish and fund a program dedicated to achieving AGI, drawing parallels to the historical project that led to the development of the atomic bomb during World War II. The initiative seeks to harness innovative technology to counter perceived threats from China, reinforcing the U.S. commitment to maintaining a competitive edge in AI, cloud computing, and data centers.