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US AI Lead Over China is Biggest Risk, Treasury Secretary Says

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that China surpassing the United States in artificial intelligence development poses the greatest risk, outweighing safety or job loss concerns. He emphasized the importance of maintaining U.S. technological leadership.

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