NYT Opinion: 'I Went to China to See Their AI Progress. We Can't Beat Them.'

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A New York Times op-ed from firsthand observation argues China's AI capabilities are advancing faster than Western discourse acknowledges, challenging the effectiveness of chip export controls. The piece reports direct observation of Chinese AI labs and deployment, contrasting with the usual secondhand coverage of Chinese AI progress. 11 points on HN, early engagement.