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Nevertheless, China’s technological ambitions are not without limitations. The country still lags in chipmaking capabilities, with increasing sanctions further widening the gap. Meanwhile, the U.S. government and private firms are significantly investing—amounting to hundreds of billions of dollars—in research and development to ensure leadership in future industries.
The introduction of proposed investments totaling US$ 500 billion in U.S. AI infrastructure underlines a commitment to maintaining technological superiority. Meanwhile, rival countries like Germany and Japan are launching their counterstrategies to counterbalance China's influence.