For years, the global discussion about artificial intelligence revolved around large language models, algorithms and computing power. The competition appeared straightforward: Whoever built the most powerful neural network would dominate the digital economy.

For years, the global discussion about artificial intelligence revolved around large language models, algorithms and computing power. The competition appeared straightforward:…

China's low-cost AI models from DeepSeek and Alibaba close the gap with US rivals, giving Xi Jinping leverage over global tech rules and raising security