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China is getting secretive about its supercomputers

Livemint · 1y ago

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Chinese scientists have become more secretive in their supercomputing research as the US increases efforts to hinder China's technological progress. China has stopped participating in international supercomputing forums, creating a divide that will slow down the development of AI and other technologies. The race for faster supercomputers is crucial for national security, as the country with superior computing capabilities can gain an advantage in developing military technology. Chinese supercomputers are believed to be faster than what is reported due to their withdrawal from global rankings. US restrictions on exports of cutting-edge chips have impacted China's ability to maintain its lead in supercomputing. The increasing secrecy makes it challenging for the US government to determine which country has faster supercomputers.