The AI race is creating a new world order

In his book 'Silicon Empires: The Fight for the Future of AI,' Nick Srnicek explores the geopolitical struggle between the U.S. and China to dominate AI development. The competition is leading to a potential breakdown into separate digital worlds, with countries being pressured to choose sides. The U.S. has blocked Huawei's infrastructure and launched the Clean Network initiative, while China has countered with the Global Data Security Initiative. Europe is also taking steps towards digital sovereignty, investing heavily in AI infrastructure. The future may see overlapping networks and countries partnering with multiple powers, but decoupling pressures are likely to intensify.