"This summit isn't just about AI—it's about influence," Capone told CNBC on Friday. "Expect a strategic messaging war as U.S., French, and UK AI leaders downplay DeepSeek's relevance while China works to prove it's not just catching up — it's setting the pace."
"AI diplomacy is now as critical as AI development. The power struggle won't be about who builds the best model; it'll be about who controls the AI narrative," he added.