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The Brains Who Powered China's Surprising AI Leap

Chinese AI researchers have achieved a surprising leap in artificial intelligence, powered by a cadre of scientists who have returned from the U.S. to work on domestic projects, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The report highlights that these researchers are driving China's rapid progress in AI, narrowing the gap with the U.S. despite export controls on advanced chips. The article names several key figures, including Kai-Fu Lee, founder of 01.AI, and Yann LeCun, Meta's chief AI scientist, who have contributed to the global AI landscape, but emphasizes that China's success stems from a collaborative ecosystem of talent and innovation.

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https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai/ai-china-scientists-race-us-cd9732e3 Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49385898

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