Global Race for AI Supremacy Intensifies

The 2025 AI Index Report highlights the rapid acceleration of AI research, with predictions of achieving artificial general intelligence (AGI) by 2027. China's launch of the AI platform DeepSeek is considered a 'Sputnik moment' due to its strong performance against American counterparts like ChatGPT, raising concerns in the US. AI tools are transforming Congress by streamlining information processing and assisting in policymaking. As AI becomes integral to various sectors, issues of data sovereignty and control are increasingly important, particularly in cloud computing and data protection. The EU's AI Continent Action Plan aims to position Europe as a leader in AI innovation by leveraging its industries and talent. These developments indicate a global race for AI supremacy with significant geopolitical implications.