From Federal News Network
Who will shape the future of AI in the United States?
By Steve Weber
After Anthropic sued Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and his Department for declaring the artificial intelligence startup a supply chain risk — a label historically reserved for foreign adversaries — the monthslong clash has become the latest flashpoint in the intensifying battle over the future of AI.
Behind this particular faceoff lies a far larger contest: a race among companies to build the AI infrastructure, platforms and market dominance in what is set to become one of the most consequential markets of the 21st century — and one that will profoundly shape the future of United States public sector technology.
When the public’s attention gets locked on the drama of the day, there is the risk of overlooking the deeper forces at play — in particular, how the older, well-established technology behemoths are positioning themselves to shape, and control, the future of AI. That’s why regulators and policymakers can’t afford to be distracted even for a short time. They must continue to keep an eye on the competitive landscape and take necessary action to ensure the AI economy remains open to innovation, investment and fair competition...
Steven Weber is a professor emeritus of the I School, retiring in 2021. He previously served as the faculty director at the Center for Long Term Cybersecurity (CLTC).
