US and China Vie for Global AI Influence, China's Pitch May Be More Compelling for Some

The US and China are competing for global influence in AI, with the US aiming to maintain its lead. However, for many countries, particularly in the Global South, China's offering of inexpensive AI models from companies like DeepSeek and Moonshot may be more appealing than pricier, subscription-based Western alternatives. This dynamic was a key focus during the recent Trump-Xi summit, where both leaders emphasized the need for cooperation over containment in AI development.