Part 11/20:
US vs. China: The U.S. leads in software and hardware intellectual capital, but China’s insular approach—massive investments in chip manufacturing, rare earths, and supply chain independence—gives it a formidable long-term edge. China’s strategy involves dumping enormous capital into domestic capacity, aiming for insular dominance.
Talent Wars: The scarcity of top-tier talent exacerbates the competition. Countries and companies are vying for the best AI researchers, engineers, and process knowledge. Notably, the best talent is moving toward AI centers in the U.S. and China, leaving other regions catching up slowly.