In an interview on Fox Business’ Mornings with Maria, American Edge Project CEO Doug Kelly outlined the urgent need for America to counter China’s aggressive push for global AI leadership through a comprehensive national innovation strategy. […]
ICYMI: To win the AI race, put a 10 year freeze on state-level red tape
America is in a defining race for global leadership in artificial intelligence (AI). The outcome will impact everything from national security and economic prosperity to the values embedded in tomorrow’s technologies. As China pours unprecedented resources into dominating the AI frontier, the United States faces a pivotal decision: will we clear the runway for innovation through a national innovation strategy, or will we let a blizzard of state-level regulations ground our AI ambitions? […]
Celebrating 40 Years of Empowering Asian-American Entrepreneurs
Earlier this week, the American Edge Project (AEP) was honored to attend the 40th anniversary celebration of the CelebASIAN conference hosted by the U.S. Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce (USPAACC). […]
New Poll: Most Voters Want to Ensure There Is Room for Open-Source AI
A new survey released today by the American Edge Project (AEP) reveals that nationwide voters support open-source artificial intelligence (AI). Voters – especially those who make up President Trump’s base – are worried about the threats China and its AI technologies pose to the U.S. Most see open-source AI as a way to help protect Americans and the U.S.’s national security, prevent censorship and surveillance, and ensure the U.S. maintains its competitive edge over China. […]
US, NM should act boldly on quantum development
Eighty years ago, New Mexico played a pivotal role in helping America win a global technology race against an authoritarian power. By developing the atomic bomb, New Mexico helped shift the course of World War II and ensure our security prosperity and the advancement of American values. […]
Why South Dakota should care who wins the AI race
From Ellsworth Air Force Base to its growing community of entrepreneurs and tech-savvy farmers, South Dakota knows that security, prosperity and innovation go hand in hand. But as the world races to harness artificial intelligence (AI), the next great battle for freedom and economic leadership is already underway – and it’s one American can’t afford to lose to China. […]
ICYMI: An Overlooked Trade War: Europe’s Digital Trade War Against American Innovators
A trade war that’s been overlooked, but has been quietly underway the past several years, is Europe’s digital trade war against American innovators – and it’s growing larger and more destructive daily. The European Union (EU) has imposed billions in fines, compliance costs, and sweeping new rules against America’s most innovative tech companies while barely touching Chinese or European firms. These “digital tariffs” aim to boost Europe’s tech sector at America’s expense but instead weaken both sides of the Atlantic, to China’s benefit. […]
AEP Releases New Ad: Values
The American Edge Project, a coalition of nearly two dozen domestic organizations, today launched a new ad, Values, highlighting the high-stakes race between the United States and China to develop artificial intelligence (AI) and its profound implications for national security and economic prosperity. […]
AEP Releases New Ad: Cindy
The American Edge Project, a coalition of nearly two dozen domestic organizations, today launched a new ad, Photographer, showcasing how American technology and artificial intelligence (AI) are driving small business success and strengthening the U.S. economy. […]
ICYMI: To beat China, America needs a full-scale innovation strategy
For the past 80 years, America has led the world in innovation, driving global progress through our technology, talent and values. But the latest “Annual Threat Assessment” report by the U.S. intelligence community finds that China is now our top strategic competitor and technology is a central battleground. […]