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China state newspaper blasts Anthropic's calls to slow AI as 'Cold War' tactic

Published

14 September 2026

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regulatory

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AI Frontier Models

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China

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Read at reuters.com

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Fusion42 · 14 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

China's state-backed Global Times criticised Anthropic CEO's call to slow AI development as a 'Cold War playbook' aimed at curbing China's AI progress and maintaining US dominance. The US and China are preparing talks on AI safety risks ahead of a potential summit, reflecting heightened geopolitical tensions around AI governance.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of AI Frontier Models, and 5 sources have reported it.

◆ The Wire takeaway

The US push to slow AI development is now seen as a strategic barrier against China, making regulatory dialogue with Chinese counterparts urgent. If you work in AI, prepare for rising geopolitical risks that may restrict tech cooperation or market access.

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5 sources · 14 Sep 2026

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